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HRWatchdog
JULY 27, 2021
While updating recruiting and hiring methods and practices to align with the times is admirable, some experts warn that utilizing video resumes could result in added bias and/or discrimination during the hiring process. But the California Fair Employment and Housing Council’s (FEHC) opinion of this new platform remains to be seen.
HRWatchdog
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Yes, California employers may establish different vacation policies among their employees. 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. Employers often set the accrual cap at 1.5
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HRWatchdog
MAY 5, 2020
California employers should review their pre-employment practices, including job applications, advertisements and pre-employment inquiries, before July 1. Additionally, the new regulations address age discrimination for pre-employment inquiries and job applications. Presumption of Age Discrimination. Recruiting and Advertising.
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.
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?
HRWatchdog
DECEMBER 26, 2017
National origin protection rules may change in California in the upcoming year. As previously reported , California’s Fair Employment and Housing Council has proposed amendments to the state Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to specifically address national origin protections. Accent discrimination. Not a member?
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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