Author: HRWatchdog
Contracting for Labor? Employers Cited for Subcontractor’s $1.6 Million in Wage Theft
The Labor Commissioner recently fined two California grocers and their subcontractor more than $1.6 million in wage theft violations. The subcontractor was cited for violations…
Reference Checks: What Can I Say About a Former Employee?
Is an employer prohibited from providing a reason for separation when verifying past employment? No — an employer can provide reasons for separation/termination, but many…
Veterans Day: Don’t Forget Skills Military Veterans Bring to Workforce
Veterans Day is next Monday, November 11. As we recognize and thank the brave men and women in the armed forces, we also recognize the…
Roadmap for AB 5: California’s New Worker Classification Law Free White Paper
In September, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 5 (AB 5) — and significantly altered the way California law distinguishes between employees and independent contractors….
Most Common Medical Leaves Questions Podcast
The employment law experts at the California Chamber of Commerce field more than 1,600 calls on workplaces issues a month. And that’s on top of…
Plan Now to Hire Temporary Holiday Season Workers
The busy holiday season is fast approaching, and with unemployment rates low and temporary worker demand high, finding qualified temporary help may be challenging this…
More Employees Quit Because They Don’t Like Their Boss
Unfortunately, many workers have dealt with a bad boss in their career, and in some cases, even quit their job because of them. This kind…
California Has One of Worst Lawsuit Climates in Country, Business Survey Shows
California has one of the worst lawsuit climates in the country, affecting companies’ decisions on whether to do business in the state, according to a…
Ageism in the Workplace: Prevent Liability by Focusing on Abilities, Not Age
In today’s modern workforce, it’s not uncommon to find employees from a number of generations in a single company. In this episode of The Workplace,…
White Paper Breaks Down New California Emergency Wildfire Smoke Regulations for Employers
Californians have increasingly experienced more wildfires throughout the state in the last couple of years. Not only are the damages from the fires to homes…
