Doctor’s Note Not Always Automatic Excuse for Absences
My employee has used up all her protected sick leave, but still calls out sick regularly and always returns with a doctor’s note. Can we…
California Health Care Worker Minimum Wage Delayed One Month
Updated July 1, 2024: The California health care worker minimum wage was delayed again — with a few possible start dates depending on certain circumstances….
Key 2024 Court Cases Affecting Employers
In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss three recent court…
Exempt Employees Wage and Hour Essentials Webinar
Editor’s note: This blog was updated at 4:59 p.m. on June 5, 2024, to reflect changes in date to both the exempt employees webinar (from…
Supporting Workplace Mental Health in California
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — created to not only increase awareness around how important mental health is to our overall health and well-being,…
Ellen Savage Reflects on 30-Year Career as Labor Law Expert
In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts interviews former CalChamber employment law expert Ellen Savage to revisit memorable lessons…
Wage & Hour Essentials for Nonexempt Employees Webinar
Editor’s note: This blog was updated at 5:01 p.m. on June 5, 2024, to reflect changes in date to both the nonexempt employees webinar (from…
Update on California Indoor Heat Regulations
In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Senior Policy Advocate Robert Moutrie discuss the newest developments in California’s…
Many Steps to Consider When Hiring Out-of-State Remote Worker
I run a business in California and would like to hire someone from a different state to work remotely. What, if any, additional steps should…
Remember to Protect Outdoor Workers From Heat Illness
As June approaches and temperatures in some areas of California creep into the 90s and even surpass 100 degrees, employers must take appropriate steps to…
