California employment law is a mind field that carries huge exposure for employers not proactively monitoring legal developments and potential legal issues. There are some statements employers in California should never make, and this Friday’s Five reviews misaligned statements that can create significant liability for an employer.
1. My company has employment practices liability insurance
A lot was happening this week in California’s employment law. This week’s Friday’s Five is a round-up on the highlights:
1. Los Angeles City Council votes to require employers to provide 6 days of paid sick leave.
The LA City Council approved a measure to require employers to provide employees up to six paid sick
Yes, it is only April, but even if employers updated their handbooks at the beginning of 2016, they should take another look at the handbooks to ensure they comply with new regulations issued by California’s Fair Employment and Housing Council. The new regulations under the Fair Employment and Housing Act are effective April 1,
Employers often ask me the question of what steps can they take to stop employment litigation. My response usually begins with a warning that there is nothing an employer can do that will prevent a frivolous lawsuit. Employers can only control their actions and decisions, and by thinking about and reviewing a few simple items