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Don’t Miss This: Rules for Remote and Traveling Employees
Even before COVID-19 turned workplaces upside down, there has been a major upswing toward employees working from home. While this continuing trend offers many advantages,…
Sacramento City Ordinance Requires Supplemental Sick Leave, Health and Safety Protocols
As previously reported, the Sacramento City Council recently enacted its Worker Protection, Health, and Safety Act, an emergency ordinance that requires covered employers to provide…
“Long COVID-19” May Be a Disability Under the ADA
On the recent anniversary of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Biden-Harris administration released resources supporting individuals experiencing long-term COVID-19 symptoms, sometimes called…
U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Chevron: What It Means for Employers
On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Chevron, USA Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, a case that, for nearly four decades, mandated…
Applicant with Criminal History? Follow Process Before Revoking Offer
We ran a criminal background check on a prospective new employee and the check revealed some criminal history. Can we choose to revoke the job…
Reasonable Accommodations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
As COVID-19 changes the employment law landscape, government agencies continue to provide guidance on many commonplace compliance issues that are now causing confusion for employers….
Ninth Circuit Panel Will Rehear Arguments on California’s Mandatory Arbitration Ban
After several recent arbitration agreement legal decisions, are you still confused about California’s arbitration agreements in employment? Good news — you’re not the only one,…
New Joint Employer Rule under Fair Labor Standards Act
On January 13, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its final rule updating its regulations regarding joint-employer status under the Fair Labor Standards…
How the Performance Review Serves as a Valuable Business Tool
In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with Bianca Saad, CalChamber vice president of labor and employment…
Considerations, Best Practices for Returning to In-Person Work Arrangements
In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber HR Adviser Ellen Savage discuss hybrid and in-person work environments…
