When Should a ‘Temp’ Become a Regular Employee?
I hired a number of employees to work on a short-term project for me. I classified them as “temporary” and therefore not eligible for benefits…
Workers Want Money, Money, Money
Forty-three percent of workers plan to look for a new job in the next 12 months, according to a recent Robert Half survey. This may…
VETS-4212 Reporting Cycle Opened August 1
The 2019 U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) filing season started August 1, 2019, and the filing deadline is September…
Using a California Non-REAL ID Driver License OK for the Form I-9
A new employee gave me a current California driver license. On the front of the license there is a notation “FEDERAL LIMITS APPLY.” Can I…
ICE Heats Up Form I-9 Audits: What California Employers Need to Do If They Get a Notice
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued thousands of Form I-9 audit notices this summer. As ICE worksite enforcement continues to increase, California employers need…
What Can California Employers Do to Provide Safe Workplaces?
The recent shooting in Gilroy reminds us that an active shooter can happen anywhere, at any time. The number of active shooter incidents has increased…
California Emergency Wildfire Smoke Regulation Now in Effect
On July 29, 2019, the California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board’s emergency regulation to protect outdoor workers from the harmful effects of wildfire smoke…
Need to Reimburse Restaurant Employees for Non-Slip Black Shoes? Court Says No
When must employers reimburse employees’ expenses? It depends, of course, on the circumstances. As previously reported, some employees submit unusual and even hilarious expense reports…
Another Bay Area City Approves Local Minimum Wage Ordinance
If you thought the recent local minimum wage ordinance (MWO) trend was starting to slow down, think again. On July 15, 2019, the Petaluma City…
CalChamber Podcast Rewind: What Not to Wear – To Work and Other California Employer Concerns
In case you missed it, check out this podcast for tips on enforcing your company’s dress code during the summer months. Already in control of your dress…
