Collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) can, in certain cases, override strict state laws on overtime, ruled a California court of appeals.
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The obligation to “provide” meal and rest periods may require an affirmative policy authorizing and explaining how to take those breaks, according to a recent decision from a California court of appeals.
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Governor Brown recently signed several California bills into law, several of which will impact employers and employment law. Below is a summary of more California legislation which will take effect on January 1, 2014:
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Governor Brown has recently signed a flurry of California bills into law.
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Speaking up about concerns in the workplace, and being fired as a result, resulted in a huge jury verdict against a California employer.
Read More…A California state agency was recently sued by an employee who claimed to have been harassed by coworkers for his manner of dress.
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Clougherty Packing Co., a subsidiary of Hormel Food Corp. located in Los Angeles, has agreed to pay $439,538 in back pay and interest to 1,988 female applicants who were rejected for entry-level jobs at its meat-packing plant.
Read More…Just a reminder: As of January 1, 2012, California employers must notify new hires of a laundry list of information about their job and the company. For current employees, if any of these items change (for example, due to a promotion), you must give written notice. The Labor Commissioner had…
Read More…Governor Jerry Brown recently signed into law a number of bills that affect the workplace. They all take effect on January 1, 2012. Employers cannot be required by the state of California or any city or county in California to participate in the federal E-Verify program ( Health insurance coverage for pregnant…
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