HRWatchdog

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Even in a months-long pandemic, the California Legislature passed a bunch of new employment laws — some COVID-19-related, some not — that Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law on or before his September 30, 2020, deadline. This expansion, which is detailed in the new white paper, will have a major impact on small businesses.

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HRWatchdog

MAY 12, 2022

Employers should review and update their handbooks regularly, such as when provisions haven’t worked well, business practices change, or to stay in compliance with California’s ever-changing employment laws and regulations. CalChamber members can access this white paper on HRCalifornia. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

JUNE 8, 2017

CalChamber employment law counsel prepared these white papers to help employers understand the rules. Five Independent Contractor Myths That Can Hurt You educates employers on common independent contractor misconceptions. CalChamber members can download the white paper on HRCalifornia.

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Trusaic

AUGUST 11, 2021

Maine joined several other states in crafting legislation intended to expand representative actions for workers with the passage of An Act to Enhance Enforcement of Employment Laws (L.D. Civic organizations to assist aggrieved workers in reporting violations of employment laws. 1711) in June. Supporters of L.D.

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HRWatchdog

JULY 25, 2019

Download this free white paper now. We are over halfway through 2019, and as always, you can count on the Golden State for interesting developments in employment law. CalChamber members can download the white paper from the HR Library; nonmembers can download it here. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

AUGUST 10, 2020

As we chug along in one of recent history’s most interesting years (to put it mildly), much of the focus has been on the COVID-19 pandemic , but employers should also be aware of some non-COVID developments — including new discrimination and safety regulations, privacy enforcement, local minimum wage updates, and recent court decisions.

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HRWatchdog

AUGUST 19, 2015

Download the 2015 Midyear Employment Law Update now! California’s mandatory paid sick leave law is the story of the year. On July 1, employers had to start providing the benefit to employees. The governor also signed “clean up” amendments to the law that were effective on July 13. Download the white paper here.

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HRWatchdog

AUGUST 31, 2017

Our employment law experts highlight the significant developments so far this year. Even though the year isn’t over, 2017 has already been busy for California employers. You should make sure you are in compliance with new regulations, court rulings, local ordinances and other employment law developments this year.

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HRWatchdog

AUGUST 13, 2018

We are over halfway through 2018, and yet again, California employers have been busy paying attention to plenty of new employment law developments. Luckily, CalChamber’s employment law experts highlight the significant developments so far this year in CalChamber’s free 2018 Midyear Employment Law Update white paper.

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HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Check out the latest white paper on significant 2020 California Labor Laws! Ring in the new decade already prepared for the latest updates to California’s labor laws! CalChamber’s employment law experts have wrapped up their analysis of the employment-related legislation that Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law in 2019.

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HRWatchdog

JANUARY 21, 2016

Gail Cecchettini Whaley, CalChamber Employment Law Counsel/Content. HRCalifornia members can find more information on California law relating to contracting for labor in the Liability Issues When Working with Labor Contractors (AB 1897) – Fact Sheet white paper and Contingent Workers in the HR Library.

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HRWatchdog

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

The latest white paper provides a breakdown of significant California labor laws for 2019. CalChamber’s employment law counsel wrapped up their analysis of the significant pieces of employment-related legislation that Governor Brown signed into law. It’s that time of year again! Not a member yet?

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HRWatchdog

MARCH 31, 2015

A new white paper from CalChamber summarizes current employment law trends and offers practical advice for employers to minimize their potential workplace law liability. The white paper analyzes the “mixed bag” of employment law developments from new legislation and court decisions.

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HR Bartender

JANUARY 9, 2018

(Editor’s Note: Today’s post is brought to you by our friends at ComplyRight , providers of practical, affordable products and services that help employers of all sizes streamline essential tasks and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. Enjoy the article!).

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HRWatchdog

OCTOBER 29, 2015

CalChamber’s employment law counsel wrapped up their analysis of the significant pieces of employment-related legislation that Governor Brown signed into law and prepared a white paper summarizing their effects on California employers.

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Cornerstone On Demand

DECEMBER 28, 2016

Of course, these two technologies combined will likely blur and disrupt the protections and limitations of current employment law: The best outcome will walk a fine line between invasion of a candidate's privacy and the much improved ability to hire the right fit by eliminating present-day unconscious bias.

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HRWatchdog

MARCH 29, 2019

Our latest white paper answers all your questions about the new harassment prevention training requirements. You’ve all heard the news that California employers with five or more employees located anywhere must now provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees — not just supervisors, as was the previous law.

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HRWatchdog

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Governor Jerry Brown signed several key employment law bills that businesses need to be aware of for the coming year. With a few strokes of his pen on September 30th, 2018, the last day to sign or veto bills, Governor Jerry Brown altered the landscape for California employers in a number of significant ways. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

OCTOBER 28, 2022

CalChamber tackles the CPRA’s impact on employers in its latest free white paper, California Privacy Rights Act: What Employers Need to Know , and an upcoming live webinar: “The California Privacy Rights Act and Employee Information.”. CalChamber members can access this white paper on HRCalifornia.

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HRWatchdog

MARCH 30, 2017

Other new laws make small changes to different parts of existing law or may relate only to specific industries. The 10 New 2017 Laws Affecting California Small Businesses white paper is available for members and nonmembers to download. Members can download the white paper from HRCalifornia.

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Hppy

AUGUST 31, 2018

Many HR resource providers offer white papers, seminars and similar learning tools to educate HR professionals on the topic. At the very least, HR workers should know the employment laws surrounding mental illness and inform their potential an existing staff of rules and responses unique to their employer.

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HRWatchdog

JULY 12, 2016

CalChamber’s new white paper explains important changes to employment law. It’s already been a busy 2016 for employers, with lots of action from the California Legislature, federal and state agencies, local governments and our courts.

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HRWatchdog

JULY 20, 2021

Employers should also visit Cal/OSHA’s Worker Safety and Health in Wildfire Regions website for additional information and resources. Employment Law Subject Matter Expert/Legal Writer and Editor, CalChamber. Members may download the white paper here. Not a member? See how CalChamber can help you.

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HRWatchdog

JANUARY 16, 2019

The New Year brings many things — resolutions, cold weather and CalChamber’s annual Employment Law Updates seminars. Last week, our employment law experts packed their bags and began the annual seminar road trip with a visit to Southern California. Join us in San Francisco! Looking forward to seeing you this month!

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HRWatchdog

MARCH 18, 2024

David Leporiere, Employment Law Expert, CalChamber CalChamber members can read more in our updated white paper The Who, What, When and How of Mandatory Paid Sick Leave in California and in the HR Library’s Paid Sick Leave. Not a member? Learn how to power your business with a CalChamber membership.

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HRWatchdog

JULY 21, 2021

So, employers must continue to remain vigilant regarding their local county public health orders as these may change the workplace rules yet again. Roberts, Employment Law Counsel/Subject Matter Expert. CalChamber members can access the white paper here. Not a member? See what CalChamber can do for you.

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HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As we rapidly approach January 1 — the date most new employment laws that Governor Newsom signed this year become effective — the one that looms largest for all California employers is the expansion of California’s mandatory paid sick leave law, also known as the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act.

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Hppy

OCTOBER 13, 2017

It requires individuals with extensive knowledge in labor and employment law and how these laws affect the organization. Find out how you can use people analytics to predict, manage and measure the impact of HR operations by downloading our new white paper. HR’s Role In Overtime.

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HRWatchdog

JANUARY 6, 2021

New California Employment Laws Effective Now, Coming January 1. The California Legislature passed a bunch of new employment laws — some COVID-19-related, some not — that Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law on or before his September 30, 2020, deadline. CalChamber members can access the white paper here.

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HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 24, 2014

As we head toward the new year, don’t forget there are several new laws affecting California employers in 2015. CalChamber’s employment law counsel analyzed the significant pieces of legislation that Governor Brown signed into law and prepared a white paper summarizing their effects on California employers.

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HRWatchdog

JANUARY 17, 2024

Employers can review additional guidance on the new rule from the DOL on its Frequently Asked Questions page. Employment Law Subject Matter Expert, CalChamber CalChamber‘s free white paper, A Roadmap to California’s Worker Classification Law , discusses the ABC test, exceptions to the test and much more (members can read it here ).

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HRWatchdog

OCTOBER 25, 2016

These new laws will affect California employers’ day-to-day operations and policies in 2017 and beyond. CalChamber’s employment law counsel wrapped up their analysis of the significant pieces of employment-related legislation that Governor Brown signed into law.

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HRWatchdog

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

The California Chamber of Commerce today released the list of new employment laws scheduled to take effect in 2018 and beyond that will affect California employers’ daily operations and policies. Some new laws made significant changes while others made small changes to existing law. Not a CalChamber member?

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HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 10, 2015

The California Chamber of Commerce today released the list of new employment laws scheduled to take effect in 2016 or earlier that will have an impact on businesses in California. The summaries below appear in a CalChamber white paper, available to download here. Full List of New Employment Laws.

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HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 28, 2018

As you draw up your list of New Year’s resolutions, resolve to take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the new employment laws that you’ll need to know in the coming year. CalChamber’s white paper, New 2019 Labor Laws Affecting California Employers , is available for download (members can access the white paper here ).

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HRWatchdog

MAY 24, 2023

Because the regulations’ requirements may be impacted by California Department of Public Health guidance and/or public health orders, employers should continue to periodically review Cal/OSHA’s resources for the latest information. CalChamber members can access this white paper on HRCalifornia. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

MAY 5, 2021

Ward, Employment Law Subject Matter Expert/Legal Writer and Editor. Employers can learn more about AB 5 and subsequent legislation in CalChamber’s newly revised, free worker classification white paper, A Roadmap to California’s Worker Classification Law. CalChamber members can read the white paper here.

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