Author: Vanessa Greene
USCIS Releases New Version of Form I-9
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released a revised Form I-9, dated 01/20/25 and valid through May 31, 2027. While updates are minimal,…
San Francisco Employer’s Annual Reporting Form Due May 2, 2025
It’s that time of the year again! Employers covered by San Francisco’s Health Care Security Ordinance (HCSO) and/or Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) must submit their…
Consistent Treatment, Documentation Key to Reducing Retaliation Risks
An employee complained about workplace conditions but had ongoing performance issues before and after the complaint. Can I still discipline the employee despite the complaint?…
Employee Handbook Creator Plus: Personalized Support for Your Employee Handbook
Creating an employee handbook can be a daunting task, but with CalChamber’s Employee Handbook Creator (EHC) online tool, it doesn’t have to be. If you’re…
LA City Council Approves Tourism Workers’ Minimum Wage Increase
On December 11, 2024, the Los Angeles City Council voted to approve a plan to gradually increase the minimum wage for certain tourism workers —…
California Local Minimum Wage Rates Increasing January 1, 2025
Many California jurisdictions are ringing in the new year with local minimum wage increases so California employers should double check the local minimum wage(s) in…
No Tricks, Just Treats: Navigating Halloween in the Workplace
As Halloween approaches this year, employees may be eager to bring some festive spirit into the workplace by dressing up in costumes. While costumes can…
San Diego County’s New Fair Chance Ordinance Starts Soon
Effective October 10, 2024, San Diego County’s new Fair Chance Ordinance increases protections for job applicants with conviction records by restricting how employers can use…
Beyond State Law: LA County’s Stricter Fair Chance Ordinance Takes Effect September 3
Next week, on Tuesday, September 3, to be exact, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance takes effect — and its provisions are far stricter…
California’s Family Leave Mediation, Paid Family Leave Grants Updates
California’s Family Leave Mediation program and Paid Family Leave Grants program — aimed at supporting small businesses and their employees in managing family leave —…
