When an employee asks for a union representative during an investigatory meeting, you have a few specific ways to respond. Handling this request properly can help you avoid a costly unfair labor practice charge for your California business. Here is what you need to...
If you run a business in California, you may be unsure about the current rules for mandatory employee meetings. A recent law attempted to ban required meetings on political or religious topics, but courts have temporarily blocked it. Here is what you need to know...
California employers tend to focus on overtime, meal breaks and pay timing. Expense reimbursement often receives far less attention – and that gap is where liability tends to build. A small unreimbursed cost can grow quickly when it affects an entire workforce....
When a union files an unfair labor practice (ULP) charge, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) starts an inquiry with strict timelines. Failing to respond to an NLRB information request can limit an employer’s ability to shape the facts, and in some cases, the...
Hiring independent contractors may look like an easy way to manage costs and grow a business. But in California, classifying a worker in the wrong way can lead to fines, tax issues and wage claims. A clear explanation of what misclassification means can help employers...
California employers must follow complex wage and hour rules. This is because even a small payroll mistake could quickly become a costly class action lawsuit. A large enough lawsuit could even disrupt business if it involves many employees claiming issues with their...
Union organizing usually has a clear cause. Employees often look for a union when they feel leaders ignore their concerns. Common problems include inconsistent rules and poor communication. A lack of trust in management also matters. You can lower the risk of union...
A sexual harassment claim can expose your California business to significant legal and financial risk. Under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), you have an affirmative duty to take reasonable steps to prevent harassment before it occurs. Waiting...
A discrimination charge can reach your desk without warning. The way you respond during the first few days often shapes the cost, the disruption and the risks that follow. Before you draft a reply, you will need to know which agency holds the file and what California...
When a union or employee files an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charge, employers may feel blindsided. Companies across many industries often face these claims. A clear and strong response can protect the company's legal standing and its workplace culture. What counts...