Under existing law, the California Health and Safety Code requires all food handlers to obtain a food handler card that meets certain training and testing requirements. Effective January 1, 2024, SB 476 requires employers pay for the costs associated with
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Predictions for California’s Employment Law Landscape in 2024
As we embark on the year 2024, California’s employment law landscape is poised to continue to present an unfriendly environment for employers. This article proffers some predictions for California employment law in 2024, examining potential legislation and emerging legal trends.…
2023 Year in Review – How Zaller Law Group Continues To Assist California Employers
Happy New Year! 2023 has been another challenging year for California employers. Some of the critical issues for employers included returning employees to the office after COVID-19, the California Supreme Court’s ruling that employers could not enforce PAGA waivers…
My Five Holiday Questions
This Friday’s Five is a break from the normal legal update – I’m asking you a few questions. I started this post last year, and wanted to continue with the questions. Hopefully the questions will help you reflect on 2023,…
Hearings Before The California Labor Commissioner
Labor Commissioner hearings can be a stressful ordeal. However, with some planning and understanding about the process, employers can set themselves up for the best possible outcome. Here are a few pointers about the strategy during Labor Commissioner hearings, and…
California Supreme Court To Issue Critical PAGA Decision in Estrada v. Royalty Carpet Mills, Inc.
The recent surge in Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) lawsuits and the amounts of damages sought in these cases in California has become a significant cause for concern among the business community. This legislation, initially designed to empower employees to…
What Can California Employers Do To Reduce Litigation?
California employers often ask me the question of what steps can they take to stop employment litigation. My response usually begins with a warning that there is nothing an employer can do that will prevent a frivolous lawsuit, but the…
Hiring Considerations For California Employers in 2024
Here are five considerations that should be on the top of every employer’s mind in California during the hiring process in 2024:
1. Does the manager posting job ads understand which pay transparency disclosures are required?
Since January 1, 2023,…
Action Items for California Employers To Prepare for 2024
With new legal requirements facing California employers in 2024, this Friday’s Five article focuses on five initial steps that employers can begin implementing now and other employment law deadlines in 2024:
1. Minimum wage and exempt employees salary threshold: Adjust…
Holiday Pay, Time Off, and Other California Employment Issues During the Holidays
As we enter the holiday season, it is a good time to review employer’s obligations to accommodate requests for time off for holidays and best pay practices during the holiday season. This Friday’s Five covers five reminders for employers about…