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HRWatchdog
MARCH 13, 2024
We have an employee who is currently on California Family Rights Act (CFRA) leave. Since she will no longer be entitled to the protections of the CFRA, and she has indicated she cannot return to work for at least another month, we would like to terminate her employment. She will exhaust this leave in one week.
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.
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HRWatchdog
APRIL 24, 2023
Seven California Chamber of Commerce job killer bills that will harmfully impact employers will be heard in legislative committees this week. SB 399 (Wahab; D-Hayward) : Chills employer speech regarding religious and political matters, including unionization.
HRWatchdog
JULY 16, 2019
Although the bill does not take effect until January 1, 2020, employers should start reviewing their dress code and grooming policies. On July 3, Governor Gavin Newsom made California the first state to ban racial discrimination based on hairstyle. Employers should consult legal counsel for any necessary changes.
HRWatchdog
MAY 5, 2020
California employers should review their pre-employment practices, including job applications, advertisements and pre-employment inquiries, before July 1. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Job Applications. Additionally, the new regulations address age discrimination for pre-employment inquiries and job applications.
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.
HRWatchdog
APRIL 30, 2018
California’s Fair Employment and Housing Council (FEHC) proposed amendments in 2017 to the state Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to specifically address national origin protections. Gail Cecchettini Whaley, CalChamber Senior Employment Law Counsel . Not a member?
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