Feb 3, 2020 | Employee Relations
Since the passing of AB 51, a law that prohibits employers from requiring an applicant or employee to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment, business advocates have been fighting for reprieve. A coalition of business groups led by the United...
Jan 29, 2020 | Employee Relations
The passing of Assembly Bill 5 has caused an uproar across multiple industries and both employers and contractors adjust to the changes. AB 5 was signed into law to clarify and codify the California Appeals Court’s 2018 decision to adopt the “ABC” test as a standard...
Dec 30, 2019 | Employee Relations, PEO
Lawsuits against a business are already common in this heavily litigious day and age. Typically they come from consumers, but employment claims have seen a sharp increase in recent years. When a lawsuit stems from an employee it can be incredibly costly for employers,...
Dec 23, 2019 | Employee Relations, PEO
Your employee handbook should serve as a compass by which each employee can easily navigate your organization’s policies and procedures. Clearly defined employee policies are the key to good employee relations and avoiding potential liability issues. An outdated...
Nov 25, 2019 | Employee Relations, Human Resources
Holiday parties can be a perfect opportunity to allow your employees to get together in a stress-free environment to celebrate the seasonal festivities along with their achievements over the past year. However, a lot more goes into a company holiday party than just...
Nov 19, 2019 | Employee Relations
Both state and federal laws provide protection to job applicants and employees to be free from harassment or discrimination in the workplace or hiring process based on age, race, sex, religion, nationality and disability, among other protected characteristics. When a...
