California employers know the rule by heart: non-competition agreements are void in this state. Business and Professions Code section 16600 has been on the books for over a century, and the Legislature doubled down in 2024 with SB 699 and AB 1076, making it unlawful even to attempt to enforce a non-compete and requiring employers
This Friday’s Five discusses five issues California employers should remember about whether they may require credit checks from applicants or employees. And if employers can obtain the information, what additional considerations they should take into account when using this information for employment decisions and privacy concerns.
1. Credit checks are different than background checks.
Since
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ffer, instead of relying on the old job offer letter you have a lawyer review in the 1990’s, it is recommended to review the offer letter to ensure it is up to date with current law. While some of the items discussed below are not necessarily new
President Obama’s announcement of his controversial plan to provide amnesty for illegal 
immigrants to remain in the country who meet certain requirements raises a few employment and immigration issues for employers. Putting the politics aside, it is a good time for employers to review their obligations under the law to confirm a worker’s eligibility to