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California employers must provide a place for lactation to their employees. They must also give the employee time to pump breast milk throughout their workday. Ideally, these periods run concurrently with breaks already provided to the employee. Still, if additional...
In California and all other states, there are two different types of employees: exempt and nonexempt. If you recently accepted a new job, it’s crucial to know which classification applies to you and how the two compare. Exempt employment explained Exempt employees...
The California-based gaming company Activision Blizzard has been accused of turning a blind eye to sexual harassment once again. The latest allegations have been made by a former product manager who claims that a hostile work environment encouraged a male coworker to...
The continuing violation doctrine has significantly contributed to increasing fairness in the California workplace by giving employees additional means of recovery from employers' unlawful actions. The doctrine essentially holds an employer accountable for any...
The IRS in recent years has been reminding employers to review and clarify their employee classifications in California and other states. In many cases, these classifications are incorrect. Employers are treating workers like independent contractors when they should...
Over the past two years, companies in California have been struggling to find and retain talent. They often train new employees for months or years only for those employees to then go on and find other jobs. This process is enormously stressful and time-consuming for...
California employees have the right to a workplace that is free of harassment. However, while all types, including sexual harassment, are illegal, they can still happen. This is how to recognize this unwanted behavior in the workplace. Understanding sexual harassment...
If you think your employer might not be paying you the correct wage, you may be inclined to file a complaint with the Division of Wage and Hour Compliance in California. This process might seem daunting, especially for someone doing it for the first time, but knowing...
Employee misclassification is a chronic issue that affects many California workers. Misclassification creates legal exposure for companies and risks shutting legitimate employees out of benefits and legal protections. The problem of misclassification Misclassification...
California workers have certain rights on the job, including those pertaining to wages and hours worked that protect employees and ensure that they get paid what they are due. It’s important to understand California’s wage and hour laws. What is California’s minimum...