In this episode, Jen offers some tips for HR professionals to deal with challenging (i.e., difficult!) leaders.
New Employment Laws For 2023
Fall is a wonderful time of the year marked by pumpkins, cooler temperatures and an array of employment related bills signed into law by Governor Newsom. Below is a brief summary of the key laws impacting the workplace that employers should not ignore. Unless otherwise noted, all laws take effect on January 1, 2023.
Should You Save Employee Interview Notes?
In this episode, Jen discusses the pros and cons of retaining employee interview notes.
Remote Work and “Camera On” Policies
In this episode, Jen addresses remote work and the pros and cons “camera on” policies for videoconferences.
California’s New 2023 Employment Laws in 15 Minutes
In this episode, Jen provides a quick overview of the new employment laws for 2023 and beyond. (Hint: Register here for our 22nd annual Employment Law Update to get the details!)
The Importance of “Temperature Reads” at Work
In this episode, Jen and Brooke Kozak, a Senior Investigator with Shaw Law Group, discuss the value of “temperature reads” at work.
More Paid Sick Leave Complexities
In this episode, Jen uncovers the many complexities of paid sick leave.
“Pot” Protections Coming!
In this episode, Jen discusses AB 2188, the bill Governor Newsom recently signed regarding cannabis.
Yes, You Need to Update Your Employee Handbook!
If you’re like us, you spent this past legislative session under the delusion that 2023 would be a breeze for employers. “The Governor would never sign such a ridiculous bill creating a right to 5 days of bereavement leave!,” we told ourselves. We regret to report that our optimism was misplaced.
New COVID-19 Supplemental Sick Leave Poster
Erika Frank Quoted in Bloomberg Law Article: New Leave Laws a Hit to California Companies Struggling to Hire
Erika Frank spoke with Austin R. Ramsey of Bloomberg Law’s, Daily Labor Report regarding the last-minute labor and employment bills Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law last week. Read the article New Leave Laws a Hit to California Companies Struggling to Hire here.
What is “Quiet Quitting”?
In this episode, Jen explains the concept of “quiet quitting.”
California passes “pay transparency” law
Governor Newsom has signed SB 1162, creating new obligations for employers in job postings and pay data reporting.
Covid-19 supplemental sick leave finally extended!
Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 152 yesterday, which extends COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL) through December 31, 2022. The new law also makes available grants to certain employers who pay out SPSL.
What Documents Belong in a Personnel File?
In this episode, Jen lists the documents that should (and should not!) be included in a personnel file.
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