A well-structured process for onboarding new employees is a common practice, but equally important—and often overlooked—is having a clear procedure for when employees leave the company. Ensuring that all company property is returned, providing any required documentation, and taking steps to mitigate potential legal risks are crucial when an employee departs. Here are five key
While California law does not require employers to offer severance pay, providing it in exchange for a release of claims can be a strategic move to avoid future litigation when parting ways with employees. For at-will employees, where no contract mandates severance, an employer may still benefit from offering a severance package in specific situations
The service industry in California constantly grapples with the complexities surrounding tips, tip pooling, and mandatory service charges. Recently, on August 23, 2024, a federal appeals court blocked the Department of Labor’s (DOL) controversial 80/20/30 rule in Restaurant Law Center, Texas Restaurant Association v. United State Dept. of Labor. This rule, which created significant
As a business owner or HR professional, staying informed on the latest in employment law is crucial to protecting your company. However, with the daily demands of running a business, it’s easy to overlook some of the valuable resources that are available to you—especially the ones that are free and designed specifically to help you
I am attending VeeCon this week, which is taking place in Los Angeles from August 9 – 11. VeeCon, the idea of Gary Vaynerchuk, is described as a conference that is a mix between Davos and South by Southwest. Today, a panel discussion titled “Is It Time For Another Look at Blockchain?” The panel discussed
Parties involved in litigation should always keep an open mind about mediation at every stage of litigation. Cases that resolve without having to go through a trial or arbitration can potentially save the parties a lot of time and money in litigation. This article touches on five items employers involved in litigation need to understand
Ensuring timely payment of wages is a crucial responsibility for California employers. Following our recent discussion on final pay for employees, several readers raised further questions about wage payment schedules and the handling of tips. In response, this Friday’s Five highlights key reminders about employers’ obligations to timely pay wages and tips under California
Five reminders about the timing requirements for providing final wages to employees:
Expense reimbursement may seem like a small issue in comparison with the other areas of liability facing California employers, but the exposure for not appropriately reimbursing employees can be substantial. In Gattuso v. Harte-Hanks Shoppers, Inc., the California Supreme Court clarified the parameters of mileage reimbursement under California law, as well as the three
By July 1, 2024, California employers will be required to implement specific measures for workplace safety. This legislation compels most non-health care related businesses to review and develop certain workplace violence measures by mandating the creation, execution, ongoing maintenance, and employee training of a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP). Below, we outline five issues California