Every California employer with 5 or more employees must comply with California’s mandatory sexual harassment training requirements (as set forth in Senate Bill No. 1343). In August 2019, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill No. 778, which clarified several ambiguities pertaining to these requirements and extended the deadline to January 1, 2021. Employers must ensure their [...]
Overview Holiday pay is not required by law. Rather, it is at the discretion of each employer. If an employer chooses to provide paid time off during the holidays (or extra pay for holidays worked), a clear written policy should set forth the rules and terms. Any employment practice that disfavors certain employees due to [...]
(Current as of September 30, 2020) Even if your business is not currently permitted to operate in your county, now is the time to thoroughly review (and revise) your hiring packets and develop a comprehensive re-hiring plan so you are ready to hit the ground running when the time comes. Whether it is recalling former [...]
(Current as of June 1, 2020) As many states, counties, and cities are permitting the re-opening of businesses across the country, one of the primary concerns for business owners is how to take the appropriate steps to create a safe environment for customers and employees, as well as comply with applicable state and local rules. [...]
If you (or your business) are party to a commercial lease, you are likely concerned during these volatile and uncertain times. COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on businesses across the United States and the world. While we focus on California landlords and tenants in this article, many of the same principles and concepts apply across the [...]
Overview: Minimum wage rates have increased in various California cities and counties, including a new $15.00 rate for workers in Los Angeles (city and county). Employers also need to familiarize themselves with the revised COVID-19 prevention emergency temporary standards, which became effective on June 17, 2021. Additionally, California employers who do not offer an employer-sponsored [...]
Overview: Yes, we know COVID isn’t over yet. However, it looks to be on a significant downturn and will hopefully be in our rearview mirror sooner rather than later. Restaurant owners have (painfully) learned a lot over the past few years, with many restaurants going out of business. Now is the time to regroup, reflect, [...]
In ZB, N.A. v. Superior Court (Lawson) (Sept. 12th, 2019), the California Supreme Court held that complainants or petitioners cannot recover unpaid wages as enshrined in the Labor Code § 558 in the Private Attorneys General Act of 2004 (PAGA) claim. This Supreme Court ruling considerably bars the total amount of civil penalties that complainants [...]
A Tesla Model S was traveling on a U.S. highway in autopilot mode when it caused a fatal cars collision. Tesla's Autopilot software controls the acceleration, steering and braking and allows drivers to take their hands off the steering wheel in certain circumstances. It is alleged that a tractor pulling a trailer drove across the [...]
Business owners and chefs need to shift their business models to takeout, delivery, and catering in response to shut down orders amid Coronavirus spread by implementing cleaning and sanitation solutions. Below are key sanitation solutions that food service providers should consider to handle Coronavirus-related issues. Planning Open communication with staff and community Provide detailed information [...]
