Law
9 New California Laws Impacting Your Workplace in 2024: An Employee’s Perspective
Every year, a slew of important new labor laws take effect and 2024 is no different. For California employees, it’s crucial to stay informed of your new rights and protections. Here’s a breakdown of the 9 key laws that affect you in 2024 and beyond: Each of these laws brings with it a shift in…
Read MoreThe 2024 California Law on Marijuana Testing of Employees and Job Applicants (AB 2188)
Laws about work are constantly changing in California. Laws regarding marijuana testing at work are no exception. California passed Assembly Bill 2188 (AB 2188) on 8/30/22, bringing some important changes regarding how employers can test employees or job applicants for marijuana use and how they treat positive test results. In this blog post, we’ll break…
Read MoreCalled as a Witness? Get Your Witness Fees (2026)
Have you ever been called to testify as a witness at a deposition (a “deposition” is a fancy way of saying a lawyer-conducted witness interview conducted under oath that is recorded by a court reporter) or at a trial? If so, then you have the right to recover “ordinary witness fees”. According to California Government…
Read MoreFree Pamphlets on Labor and Employment Laws
The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) publishes numerous free pamphlets on California labor and employment laws. These pamphlets provide a brief but helpful and easy-to-understand explanation of employee rights under
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