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Posted in Workplace Safety

Compliance During Emergency Conditions

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Labor Law Helpline expert Ellen Savage to discuss…

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Posted in Hiring Termination

FTC Proposed Rule Broadly Prohibits Non-Compete Agreements

Back in July 2021, President Joe Biden issued his Executive Order on Promoting Competition in the American Economy, which, among other things, encouraged the Federal…

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Posted in General

Compliance Tips for 2023

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber’s vice president of employment law, Bianca Saad, discuss the new…

Reflecting on 2025, Preparing for 2026! Happy Holidays!
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Posted in General

Reflecting on 2025, Preparing for 2026! Happy Holidays!

Behind the scenes, we’re busy preparing for the new 2026 employment laws starting on January 1, so HRWatchdog will be taking a break until the…

Employers’ Obligations Under the Workplace Know Your Rights Act
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Posted in Posters and Notices

Employers’ Obligations Under the Workplace Know Your Rights Act

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel, Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts…

Tax Deductions for Tips, Overtime Under One Big, Beautiful Bill Act
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Posted in Compensation

Tax Deductions for Tips, Overtime Under One Big, Beautiful Bill Act

Known as the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act, H.R. 1 brought numerous federal law changes, mainly to federal tax law, when it was signed on…

Who Is a Volunteer? Best Practices for Adult, Minor Volunteers
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Posted in Hiring

Who Is a Volunteer? Best Practices for Adult, Minor Volunteers

We are a nonprofit organization and have an on-site library staffed by volunteers. We want to invite youth/minors to volunteer for these roles as well….

California’s 2026 Temporary Total Disability (TTD) Rates
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Posted in Workers' Compensation

California’s 2026 Temporary Total Disability (TTD) Rates

On January 1, 2026, the minimum and maximum temporary total disability (TTD) rates will increase, according to the California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC). These…

California Local Minimum Wage Rates Increases Starting January 1, 2026
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Posted in Local Ordinances

California Local Minimum Wage Rates Increases Starting January 1, 2026

On January 1, 2026, many California cities and counties are raising their local minimum wage rates. California employers should review the local minimum wage for…

The Power of Workplace Gratitude
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Posted in General

The Power of Workplace Gratitude

During Thanksgiving week, many workplaces are preparing for a well-deserved pause to reflect, recharge and appreciate the people in their personal lives as well as…