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New California Employment Laws Effective Now, Coming January 1

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It’s the first day of October, which means the leaves are starting to turn red and orange, pumpkin spice is everywhere, everyone is looking longingly at their sweaters — and new employment laws are here! The legislature responded to the COVID-19 pandemic with several new laws. Another notable signed bill is SB 973. Not a member?

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3 Hidden HR Compliance Risks Every SMB Should Know

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trillion by 2026. Is it a workers’ compensation-related issue? Outsourcing HR administration to federal and jurisdiction-specific employment law experts ensures you appropriately issue and track employee time off. While these tools help drive efficiency, productivity, and sustainability, they also generate risk.

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Your Guide To Florida Minimum Wage: What Small Businesses Need To Know

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For more in-depth information about labor laws in your state, check out our Florida employment law guide. That’s because back in 2020, residents voted to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2026. However, that rate isn’t applicable to all employees.

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July Legal Updates

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Colorado Amends Workers’ Compensation Act. Colorado Prohibits Employers From Requiring Applicant Disclosure of Juvenile Court Records. Delaware Passes Paid Family and Medical Leave Law–Leave Benefits Available for use in 2026 (effective 07/01/22). Colorado Expands Health and Safety Whistleblower Protections.

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July Legal Updates

ComplianceHR

Colorado Amends Workers’ Compensation Act. Colorado Prohibits Employers From Requiring Applicant Disclosure of Juvenile Court Records. Delaware Passes Paid Family and Medical Leave Law–Leave Benefits Available for use in 2026 (effective 07/01/22). Colorado Expands Health and Safety Whistleblower Protections.

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Virginia Pushing for Pay Transparency Legislation

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It would also prohibit employers from asking prospective employees for a salary history. If the bill is signed into law, employers operating in the state will need to adapt current compensation practices to comply. Action Items for Virginia Employers Although it appears likely that Gov. Determine pay ranges.

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Equal Pay Protection & Brexit: What’s Next for the UK?

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EU Pay Transparency Directive versus UK employment laws EU member states face significant changes to pay transparency legislation, which must be transposed into law by June 7, 2026. Compensation will not be capped. Member states must establish sanctions for failure to comply. Accurate predictions are difficult.