Can You Navigate the complex interactions between the FMLA and CFRA? When navigating the complex interactions between the federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), it is critical for California employers to be aware of the key differences between the laws.Many employers wrongly assume that because the basic principles […]
Read More California’s New Pregnancy Disability Leave Notice If you have at least 5 employees, be aware that amendments to California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) regulations have been approved and took effect on April 1, 2016. Employers will be required to post a new Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL) notice. The amendments to regulations include changes […]
Read More When Terminating an Employee: Consistency is Key Whether it’s a termination, constructive discharge, layoff, or forced resignation, ending an employment relationship can be tricky and you should navigate carefully and make sure you are properly prepared. Knowing when to terminate an employee is just as important as knowing how to terminate an employee. Even though […]
Read More Are Your Policies and Procedures Regarding Gender Identity and Gender Expression in Compliance? A CA 2014 lawsuit filed by a transgender individual, who sought employment at a company in Sacramento, was recently settled against the company after the DEFH join the lawsuit. The company allegedly made an offer of employment on the condition that the […]
Read More Even though California nor federal law requires companies to have job descriptions, they are still helpful tools for both practical and legal reasons. Important reasons for you to create and update your job descriptions: Determine and Justify an Employee’s Exempt Status A job description must accurately reflect the duties of a particular position. An exempt […]
Read More
Best Practices for Communicating Physical Requirements in Job Descriptions
Key Metrics for Calculating Adverse Impact in Recruitment
Understanding the New PAGA Regulations and Their Impact on Employees and Employers
