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Get Ready for July 1, 2024 Federal Increased Salary Thresholds

DOL increases salary threshold for overtime exemption under FLSA, affecting millions of U.S. workers.

EEOC Publishes Guidance on Harassment In The Workplace

The EEOC published updated guidance on workplace harassment, including virtual work and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

California's Heating Up- CAL/OSHA's New Indoor Heat Illness Regulations

Cal/OSHA adopted new regulations on indoor heat illness prevention for indoor work areas over 82 degrees Fahrenheit, affecting many industries with specific requirements and protection for employees.

California Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Compliance: July 1, 2024 Deadline Are You Ready?

Effective July 1, 2024, all California employers are required to have a written Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) and train employees accordingly with no grace period.

New Law Requires Workers' Compensation Posters To Advise Employees of Right to Counsel

Employers in California must now include information about employees' right to consult a licensed attorney in the workers' compensation notice.

Get Ready for July 1, 2024 Federal Increased Salary Thresholds

DOL increases salary threshold for overtime exemption under FLSA, affecting millions of U.S. workers.

EEOC Publishes Guidance on Harassment In The Workplace

The EEOC published updated guidance on workplace harassment, including virtual work and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

California's Heating Up- CAL/OSHA's New Indoor Heat Illness Regulations

Cal/OSHA adopted new regulations on indoor heat illness prevention for indoor work areas over 82 degrees Fahrenheit, affecting many industries with specific requirements and protection for employees.

California Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Compliance: July 1, 2024 Deadline Are You Ready?

Effective July 1, 2024, all California employers are required to have a written Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) and train employees accordingly with no grace period.

New Law Requires Workers' Compensation Posters To Advise Employees of Right to Counsel

Employers in California must now include information about employees' right to consult a licensed attorney in the workers' compensation notice.
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California Contemplates Right to Disconnect Law

Employees' nonworking hours defined in writing; prohibits employer contact except for emergencies.
A.B. 2751 fraught with ambiguities, defined 'emergency' and penalties unclear, requiring a 'pattern of violation' for complaints.

Hospitality and Service Industries Should Be On Alert For Extended COVID-19 Re-Hire Rights

Senate Bill 723 extends re-hire rights for laid-off employees in covered hospitality and service sectors affected by COVID-19 until December 31, 2025.
The new law defines a 'laid-off employee' as someone who worked for the employer for at least six months and was separated on or after March 4, 2020.

Preparing Your Business for Los Angeles County's Recently Passed Fair Work Week Ordinance

Los Angeles County's Fair Work Week Ordinance applies to retailers with 300+ employees nationwide, echoing similar laws in other California cities and across the US.
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