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5 Wage and Hour Tips to Ensure Compliance in 2024

California’s labor laws are complex and undergo frequent changes. Staying ahead of the curve is crucial to avoid costly penalties and potential lawsuits. With numerous regulations surrounding minimum wage, overtime, paid sick leave, and other matters, non-compliance can jeopardize your business. This blog post will arm you with essential tips to ensure your company operates…

New California Paid Sick Leave Requirements Went Into Effect January 1

California’s paid sick leave requirements received a significant update on January 1, 2024. Whether you’re a business owner responsible for ensuring compliance or an employee wanting to fully exercise your rights, this article will provide a comprehensive guide to the new regulations. What is Paid Sick Leave? Paid sick leave (PSL) is an employee benefit…

New Law Makes Establishing Retaliation Claims Easier For California Employees

California has some of the strongest employee protection laws in the United States. These laws ensure that workers who take a stand against illegal or unethical activities in the workplace are safe from employer retaliation. A recent change to these laws, taking effect in 2024, makes it even easier for employees to establish retaliation claims,…

Proof of Job Performance: How It Can Help Your Case

Navigating through the legal corridors of employment issues, especially where the burden of proof leans heavily on job performance, is no mean feat. Proof of job performance is paramount in substantiating claims or defenses related to myriad workplace issues, such as harassment or discrimination, particularly in scenarios where legal consultation becomes imperative. Herein, the integral…

How to Know That You Could Have a Potential Case Against Your Employer

Have you ever felt like you’ve been treated unfairly at work? Maybe you’ve been passed over for a promotion, harassed by a coworker or supervisor, or even fired for what you believe is a discriminatory reason. If so, you may be wondering if you have a potential case against your employer. The truth is, there…

B&P Code Section 16600

California has never liked non compete covenants. Existing law in California states under B&P Code Section 16600 states that “every contract by which anyone is restrained from engaging in a lawful profession, trade, or business of any kind is to that extent void.” California courts interpret this statute broadly and have routinely invalidated covenants not…

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