Workers are presumptively employees. The burden is on the employer to prove otherwise. Employee misclassification can also lead to significant penalties and legal issues for California employers. Misclassifying workers as independent contractors instead of employees...
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How to practice union avoidance at your company
When unions form on the foundation of unfair labor practices, they can present significant challenges to legitimate businesses. In California, employers have the right to maintain control over their workplace while adhering to state labor laws. Discouraging a union...
How can employers follow new privacy laws on employee monitoring?
With new technology in the workplace, employers need to pay close attention to employee privacy. In California, laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) require businesses to be upfront about how they monitor employees. Understand employee privacy rights...
Protecting your business from class action employment lawsuits
In California, businesses face the potential risk of class action employment lawsuits, often centered around wage and hour disputes. Ensuring compliance with state labor laws can help your company avoid costly legal battles. Proper classification of workers It's...
How can California employers prevent wage issues?
Wage issues can cause big problems for both employers and employees, hurting workplace morale and productivity. In California, where labor laws are especially strict, employers need to be proactive in handling wage concerns to make sure they follow the rules and keep...
When is employee termination an example of retaliation?
In California, employers must follow strict rules when terminating employees. Sometimes, an employer may fire an employee for reasons that seem unfair or illegal. One such illegal reason is retaliation. Retaliation happens when an employer punishes an employee for...
Understanding California’s at-will employment doctrine
At-will employment means that either the employer or the employee can end the relationship without cause or notice. This principle forms the foundation of most work arrangements in California. Contracts stating otherwise are a notable exception. Understanding at-will...
How employers can avoid hostile workplace claims
Whether you run a small California business or a large corporation, as an employer, you must maintain a safe environment for your employees. If one or more workers feel unsafe, you might find yourself facing legal problems. The old saying that an ounce of prevention...
4 issues that increase the risk of unfair labor complaints
As a California employer, you’re obligated to ensure safety in the workplace for your employees. In most cases, you must also purchase workers’ compensation insurance to provide benefits to workers who are eligible following on-the-job injuries. Another employer...
How should employers be assisting deaf employees?
Employers in every field and industry have the responsibility of protecting the rights of their employees and providing reasonable accommodations when necessary. This is especially true for companies that employ deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals. It is beneficial to...