HRWatchdog

OCTOBER 31, 2022

But keep in mind that Halloween parties can create issues in the workplace, which our employment law experts discuss in a recent episode of The Workplace podcast , where they also talk about how to handle an employee who objects to a holiday party based on their individual religious beliefs. Katie Culliton, Editor, CalChamber. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

MARCH 13, 2024

ADA and FEHA The ADA and FEHA prohibit employers from discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities. Sharon Novak, Employment Law Expert, CalChamber CalChamber members can read more Returning to Work After Family and Medical Leave in the HR Library. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

And if that happens, potentially severe consequences may result: If the relationship goes south, one of the employees may file a sexual harassment or discrimination lawsuit. Even if you discourage workplace relationships, there’s still a chance love may blossom. First, employers can mitigate the risks through carefully drafted policies.

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HRWatchdog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Because there are no laws requiring employers to provide paid vacations to employees, companies may decide who is entitled to paid vacation leave, the amount of leave and when vacation can be taken. Sharon Novak, Employment Law Expert, CalChamber CalChamber members can read more about Vacation in the HR Library.

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HRWatchdog

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Set to take effect on January 1, 2020, AB 51 prohibited employers from requiring employees to sign agreements to arbitrate any disputes arising from the employee’s employment — a longstanding employer practice. In light of the peculiar nature of this law, the Ninth Circuit reviewed U.S. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

AUGUST 31, 2023

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and James Ward discuss the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruling in Stericycle, Inc. and adopted a new legal standard for evaluating whether an employer’s work rules are lawful. Stericycle, Inc. Roberts says. Not a member?

Handbook 89

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HRWatchdog

APRIL 24, 2023

SB 809 (Smallwood-Cuevas; D- Los Angeles) : Prohibits nearly every employer from considering conviction history of an applicant or existing employee in employment decisions and imposes cumbersome process on employers that are legally not allowed to hire individuals with certain convictions. Not a member?

Discrimination 60

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HRWatchdog

MAY 5, 2020

New Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) regulations clarify what pre-employment practices (like job applications, advertisements and pre-employment inquiries) constitute age and religious creed based employment discrimination. Additionally, the new regulations address age discrimination for pre-employment inquiries and job applications.

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HRWatchdog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Employers can’t discriminate against job applicants based on their religious grooming or dress, which include headscarves. The woman will be paid $5,000 and the restaurant will send its employees involved in the hiring process to a training on religious discrimination. Vannessa Maravilla, Editor, CalChamber. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Along with the numerous new laws that hit the books in 2020, employers can expect new employment regulations to take effect later this year. Religious Creed, Age Discrimination. New employment regulations could take effect as early as July 1, 2020. Here’s a brief summary of the regulations and when they’re likely to take effect.

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HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 31, 2019

AB 51 is the bill that prohibits employers from requiring an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment for the resolution of any claim under the Labor Code or Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). The hearing for a permanent injunction to AB 51 is scheduled for January 10, 2020. Jennifer Barrera, Executive Vice President.

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Discrimination Employment Law Policies 52

HRWatchdog

APRIL 30, 2018

The time for public comments and hearings on the proposed amendments is over, and the amended regulations are now with the state Office of Administrative Law for approval. California already has strict rules that prohibit harassment and discrimination based on protected classes, including national origin. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

MAY 22, 2018

As previously reported , the proposed amendments to the state Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) addressing national origin protections were sent to the Office of Administrative Law for approval. The Office of Administrative Law recently approved these regulations, and they are effective July 1, 2018. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

JUNE 5, 2017

California has strict rules that prohibit harassment and discrimination based on protected classes, including national origin. The draft regulations discuss the type of acts that may constitute national origin discrimination. The regulations also discuss prohibited immigration-related practices. Comment Period.

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HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 26, 2017

California already has strict rules that prohibit harassment and discrimination based on protected classes, including national origin. The draft regulations discuss the type of acts that may constitute national origin discrimination (see Initial Statement of Reasons ). Accent discrimination. Not a member?

Discrimination 40

Discrimination Employment Law Report 40

HRWatchdog

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

California also has strict rules prohibiting national origin discrimination. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued updated enforcement guidance on national origin discrimination. The guidance discusses the prohibition on national origin discrimination and best practices. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

The draft regulations discuss the type of acts that may constitute national origin discrimination (see Initial Statement of Reasons ). The regulations also discuss prohibited immigration-related practices. Explanation of rules relating to accent discrimination. Gail Cecchettini Whaley, CalChamber Employment Law Counsel/Content.

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HRWatchdog

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Employers can create and enforce a written policy prohibiting consensual relationships between supervisors and subordinates. First, if the relationship goes sour, one of the employees may file a sexual harassment or discrimination claim. Employment Law Counsel Subject Matter Expert. Roberts, Esq., Not a member?

Sexual Harassment 41

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Homebase

MAY 8, 2023

We’ll likely need to make deeper changes to societal norms before we close the gap for good, but HR departments and companies can play a huge part in making progress. Gender pay gap statistics to know in 2023 HR’s role in fixing the gender pay gap Homebase for hiring and HR management Gender pay gap FAQs What is the gender pay gap?

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HRWatchdog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

Federal and state law both prohibit employers from taking adverse action against employees or job applicants who assert their right to be free from discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Topics explained in the new guidance include: The scope of employee activity protected by the law. Not a member?

Harassment 41

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HRWatchdog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

The Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) prohibits covered federal contractors and subcontractors from discriminating against protected veterans and requires these employers to take affirmative action to recruit, hire, promote and retain these veterans. Not a member? See how CalChamber can help you.

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HRWatchdog

APRIL 27, 2017

California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) both prohibit retirement plans with a mandatory age of retirement. Gail Cecchettini Whaley, CalChamber Employment Law Counsel/Content. CalChamber members can read more about Age discrimination in the HR Library.

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HRWatchdog

JULY 6, 2018

This law went into effect on January 1, 2018, but the federal Department of Justice challenged the law, plus several other California “sanctuary state” laws. Since January 1, employers have been prohibited from voluntarily allowing immigration agents workplace access. Consent to Workplace Access. Stay Tuned. Not a member?

Employment Law 46

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HRWatchdog

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

In part, the proposed amendments recap existing state laws that prohibit employers from utilizing certain criminal background information in hiring, promotion, training, discipline, termination or other employment decisions. Gail Cecchettini Whaley, CalChamber Employment Law Counsel/Content. race, gender, national origin); and.

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HRWatchdog

JUNE 27, 2017

The employee sued for disability discrimination. Employers can prohibit illegal drug and alcohol use in the workplace. Furthermore, employers may continue to prohibit marijuana use in the workplace , even though it is now legal for recreational and medicinal purposes, since it is still illegal under federal law.

Employment Law 44

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HRWatchdog

JANUARY 4, 2017

Make sure you follow the law when offering flu shots. But, as a recent Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) settlement demonstrates, flu shots, in most circumstances, should be optional for employees in order to not run afoul of the law. Gail Cecchettini Whaley, CalChamber Employment Law Counsel/Content. Not a member?

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Analytics in HR

APRIL 14, 2023

By understanding the value of a compelling letter of recommendation, HR professionals play an essential role in shaping the future of the workforce and driving their own organizational growth. Contents What is a letter of recommendation for an employee? Recommendation letter for promotion 4.

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HRWatchdog

JULY 23, 2020

Also exempt under the ordinance are employers with fewer than 50 employees that would qualify for the exemption from providing leave to an employee who needs time off to care for a child due to school or childcare unavailability under federal law. Retaliation Prohibited. Enforcement. Not a member? See how CalChamber can help you.

Employment Law 52

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HRWatchdog

OCTOBER 23, 2018

As previously reported , California’s Fair Employment and Housing Council (FEHC) has been working on amendments to the state Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to address two laws that went into effect on January 1, 2018 — the New Parent Leave Act (NPLA) and the statewide ban-the-box law. Answering Questions About NPLA.

Background screening 42

Background screening Sexual Harassment Harassment Employment Law 42

HRWatchdog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

The Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) prohibits covered federal contractors and subcontractors from discriminating against protected veterans and requires covered employers to take affirmative action to recruit, hire, promote and retain these veterans and meet reporting requirements. Not a member?

Report 40

Report Employment Law Discrimination Hiring 40

HRWatchdog

MARCH 6, 2017

California provides several protections against immigration-related discrimination and retaliation, laws that are stronger than even federal protections. Both California and federal laws also protect workers from national origin discrimination. These laws may come into play with protests or walkouts. Not a member?

Wage and Hour Training 41

Wage and Hour Training Harassment Discrimination Exercises 41

HRWatchdog

JUNE 26, 2017

Both bills are intended to educate business owners and workers about existing labor laws that they may be unaware of and violating. Analyses of the bills discuss how language and cultural barriers have led to confusion about workplace law in many of these establishments. How to report violations of the law.

Compliance 48

Compliance Employment Law Discrimination Analysis 48

HRWatchdog

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

The FEHA prohibits discrimination against employees with disabilities and requires employers to provide a reasonable accommodation to allow qualified employees with disabilities to perform their jobs. Gail Cecchettini Whaley, CalChamber Employment Law Counsel/Content. Not a member?

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Policies Discrimination Screening Employment Law 44

HRWatchdog

JULY 6, 2020

An employer may withhold an offer of employment under a few circumstances: If after the layoff, the employer learned the employee engaged in any act of dishonesty, violation of law, violation of policy or other misconduct. Bianca Saad, Employment Law Counsel/Subject Matter Expert, CalChamber. Not a member?

Employment Law 91

Employment Law Hiring Discrimination Policies 91

Paycor

JUNE 28, 2016

Also be aware that 23 states have already implemented social media privacy laws for employees, so you’ll want to ensure you’re not overstepping any legal requirements when drafting your social media policy. DON’T… Ignore the laws. While state laws differ, they share some general themes. DON’T… Restrict concerted activity.

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HRWatchdog

MAY 16, 2016

The rules also provide protections for employees against discrimination. Employees may not be required to participate in a wellness program, and they may not be denied health coverage, prohibited from choosing a particular plan or disciplined if they refuse to participate. Not a member? See how CalChamber can help you.

Wellness 42

Wellness Discrimination Employment Law Screening 42

HRWatchdog

JUNE 22, 2015

.” A couple of emerging issues brought to the forefront during the meeting were: Pay secrecy policies that prohibit employees from inquiring about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation with fellow workers; and. California law protects workers’ rights to discuss their pay (as does the National Labor Relations Act).

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