New Developments Regarding Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced changes to Form I-9, effective August 1, 2023.
California Employers Still Obligated to Reimburse Work-From-Home Expenses During COVID-19 Pandemic Order
Earlier this month, the California Court of Appeal held in Thai v. International Business Machines (IBM) Corp. that even when governmental health and safety orders made working from home mandatory during the COVID-19 pandemic, employers may still be liable for necessary business expenses employees incurred while being required to work from home under California Labor Code section 2802.
Class Certification Win for O’Reilly Auto Workers in California
On Monday, July 10, 2023, a California federal judge certified a statewide class of O’Reilly Auto Enterprises LLC hourly workers over allegations that O’Reilly violated California wage statement laws. However, the judge declined to certify three other classes relating to claims that O’Reilly failed to provide lawful meal breaks.
Employers Do Not Owe a Duty to Employees’ Household Members to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19
Every once in a while, a California court will issue a decision that is unexpected or, at least somewhat surprising. The California Supreme Court did just that in a recent decision titled Kuciemba v. Victory Woodworks, Inc., in which the Court ruled that employers do not have a duty to protect their employees’ household members from contracting COVID-19.
The Vital Role of Job Descriptions and Job Classification
In the complex world of human resources, two concepts stand out as vital to both employers and employees: job descriptions and job classification. They provide structure, consistency, and transparency, helping every employee understand their role, responsibilities, and where they fit within an organizational hierarchy.
Los Angeles Cannabis Dispensary Chain Faces Proposed Class Action
On Tuesday, June 27, former employees of cannabis dispensary chain MMD Inc. requested the Los Angeles County Superior Court to grant class certification in their lawsuit for failure to properly pay overtime wages, provide meal and rest breaks, and reimburse for necessary business expenses.
Another Blow to Employers in California: The California Supreme Court Rebukes the U.S. Supreme Court
It isn’t every day that a state court overturns a decision by the United States Supreme Court. But it isn’t unheard of either. And that is exactly what happened on Monday, July 17 when the California Supreme Court issued its decision in Adolph v. Uber Technologies, Inc. The Adolph decision comes as a direct response to a decision issued by the United States Supreme Court in Viking River v. Moriana last year.
Can My Employer Terminate Me for Not Taking the Flu Vaccine?
In April of this year, a California Court of Appeal provided guidance for healthcare employers who had or continue to have vaccination mandates. In Hodges v. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, the Court of Appeal ruled that a hospital’s decision to terminate an employee for failing to comply with its flu vaccination mandate did not violate California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act prohibition on disability discrimination. Â
The Importance of Record Keeping Requirements
Record keeping is a crucial aspect of running a successful business, especially in today’s environment. Compliance with record keeping requirements not only ensures legal obligations are met, but also contributes to efficient operations and mitigates potential risks.
Am I an Employee or an Independent Contractor?
Are you an employee or an independent contractor? The way we classify workers can have a significant impact on rights, benefits, and legal obligations. In this video, we’ll explore the world of independent contractor classification and AB5 compliance, shedding light on the factors that determine worker classification and the consequences of misclassification. We’ll also provide practical strategies for business owners to ensure compliance with AB5.
