Pay stub & payroll information requirements under California law.

Every California employer has a legal duty to keep accurate payroll records for all employees. Clear and informative earnings statements are essential to ensuring workers are paid for all their hard work. Employers that do not follow strict recordkee… Read More
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Rest breaks, lunch periods, and meal time under California law.

In general, California employees have a clearly protected right to rest breaks and meal time. ((Importantly, however, the employees must be “nonexempt.” Meaning, the employee’s job does not fall within the “professional exemption,” the… Read More
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Wrongful termination & discrimination: California employment law overview.

California is generally an at-will employment state. This means that employment may be terminated with or without cause by either the employer or the employee. This doesn’t mean, however, that an employer may terminate an employee for any reaso… Read More
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English-only policies in the workplace: What’s the law in California?

California employers are prohibited from discriminating against employees on the basis of their race, ethnicity, ancestry, or national origin. The law, however, becomes less clear when it comes to language requirements for employees. A workplace poli… Read More
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Independent Contractor vs. Employee Law: Differences in California.

In California, several important legal rights are limited to employees. To save money, many employers attempt to classify (or often misclassify) their workers as independent contractors instead of as employees. But, what is the difference between an… Read More
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Employment Discrimination Facts in California (INFOGRAPHIC)

California employees have numerous protections against discrimination in the workplace. Before deciding whether to enforce those rights, it’s important to understand the legal landscape. Most discrimination cases are governed by two primary act… Read More
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Job References & Hiring: What can employers say in California?

When applying for new jobs, many California employees face a common concern: they didn’t leave their last job on the best terms, but they have to give an honest list of their last jobs to their prospective employer. So, what can a former employ… Read More
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Family Care and Medical Leave in California: A General Overview.

In California, family care and medical leave in the employment context are governed by both state and federal laws. On the federal level, the Family and Medical Leave Act (called “FMLA”) is the operative set of laws. On the state level, the Calif… Read More
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Defamation in the Workplace: California lawsuits to protect employees.

Spreading lies or false rumors can be extremely harmful to a person’s career or reputation. False rumors concerning an employee’s competence or honesty can often spread quickly throughout the workplace. These rumors can prevent employees from obt… Read More
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Drug Rehab Programs & Disability Protections under California Law

In California, drug addictions and alcoholism are sometimes considered disabilities. People with disabilities receive certain legal protections in dealing with their employers. California has adopted protections for drug addicts and alcoholics in ord… Read More
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