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Attention on Deck: Register Now for HR Boot Camp

HRWatchdog

In the Golden State, keeping track of and administering California’s onerous employment laws can be a full-time job in itself. CalChamber’s HR Boot Camp is a comprehensive, two half-day training event that will cover many important aspects of the employment life cycle. Discrimination and harassment. to 12:30 p.m.

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Register Now for HR Boot Camp on May 2-3

HRWatchdog

What about 2024 changes to pre-employment drug testing — do you know what drugs you can test for? In our forum-style, interactive sessions, we will dive into California’s intricate and complicated employment laws and how they affect the workplace. Do you know what the “ABC Test” is? to 12:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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EEOC Busy: Focus on Sexual Harassment

HRWatchdog

The EEOC continues to collect money from employers in lawsuits and settlements for sexual harassment. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has been busy! The case alleged that the employer conducted employment testing, including strength testing, for certain positions that unfairly discriminated against female workers.

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What Are California Employment Laws 2024?

HR Lineup

California has long been a trailblazer when it comes to employment laws in the United States. As of 2024, California’s employment laws continue to evolve, reflecting the changing needs of its workforce and the broader societal landscape. Failure to provide these breaks can result in penalties for employers.

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New Employment Laws Starting in 2024

HRWatchdog

This year’s legislative session ended with a flurry and, as usual, hundreds of bills were sent to California Governor Newsom’s desk, many of which impact employment law. Leaves of Absence Governor Newsom signed SB 616 , a major expansion of the state’s paid sick leave (PSL) law, the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014.

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Human Resources Generalist: Required Job Duties and Skills

Heyyy HR!

They are responsible for the entire employee life cycle, such as recruitment and selection, performance management, training and development, and legal and compliance. They are also responsible for ensuring that the organization is in compliance with most relevant laws and regulations, and that all employees are treated fairly and equitably.

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What the heck is ‘bleisure’ and how could your company get sued over it?

The Employer Handbook

But, before were break out the champagne to toast Q1 earnings projections, I’ll be the buzzkill with some employment law implications of allowing employees to work remotely out of state. Local employment laws. Prevent discrimination/harassment. Today, it is about ‘bleisure.’ ” on LinkedIn.