Author: Vanessa Greene

Workplace Violence Prevention Support: Confidently Comply With California's Requirements
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Posted in Workplace Safety

Workplace Violence Prevention Support: Confidently Comply With California’s Requirements

Creating and updating a workplace violence prevention plan can feel overwhelming, but CalChamber’s Workplace Violence Prevention (WVP) Support service makes it feel manageable. Our WVP…

Law Now Requires Written Contract for Independent Contractors
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Posted in Independent Contractor

Law Now Requires Written Contract for Independent Contractors

Do I need a written contract if I have an independent contractor working for me? In California, the relationship between businesses and independent contractors is…

USCIS Releases New Version of Form I-9
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Posted in Form I-9

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,…

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Posted in Benefits Health and Safety Local Ordinances

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
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Posted in Discipline Harassment Performance

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
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Posted in Employee Handbook

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
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Posted in Local Ordinances

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
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Posted in Local Ordinances Minimum Wage

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…

Navigating Halloween in the Workplace
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Posted in Discrimination Harassment

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
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Posted in Local Ordinances

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…