Cal/OSHA Provides Model Template for COVID-19 Prevention Plan
Where can I find a copy or example of a COVID-19 Prevention Plan? In conjunction with the recent adoption of the COVID-19 emergency regulations, the…
New Sonoma County COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Ordinance Applies to All Employers
As you may recall, on January 26, 2021, Sonoma County revised and extended its COVID-19 paid sick leave ordinance. The urgency ordinance took effect immediately…
Office Romance, Valentine’s Day in the COVID Era
This Valentine’s Day looks drastically different than in years past, as many office environments have been in a state of telework for nearly a year…
Employee Relocation on the Rise
With an accelerated boost from the pandemic, employees are taking advantage of modern technology and moving to locations far from their physical workplaces. And they…
If 65+ Employee Falters, Focus on Job Performance, Not Age
We have an employee who is over the age of 65 and has worked for us for several years, but recently his cognitive skills appear…
Small Business in California? This Important Webinar Is for You
Managing an employee’s absence from work is particularly challenging for small businesses. On January 1, 2021, the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) and its leave…
Santa Rosa Latest to Extend COVID-19-Related Paid Sick Leave
On February 2, 2021, Santa Rosa’s City Council adopted a newly revised local urgency ordinance, replacing the initial ordinance that was in place July 7,…
California Pay Data Reporting User Guide, Templates Available
In January, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) announced that it would publish additional resources to assist employers with SB 973, and…
CA Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Proposition 22
The California Supreme Court delivered good news today by swiftly denying a petition to invalidate Proposition 22 as unconstitutional. California voters passed Proposition 22 last…
LA County, Sonoma County Revise, Extend COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Ordinances
On January 26, 2021, both Los Angeles County and Sonoma County revised and extended their COVID-19 paid sick leave ordinances. Los Angeles County’s urgency ordinance…
