Wait A Minute Mr. Postman: Arrival From The Labor Commissioner?
Seyfarth Synopsis: SB 62, which became effective January 1, 2022, makes those involved in the chain of garment manufacturing jointly and severally liable for certain labor law violations, and...
View ArticleNew Year’s Resolution: Update Your Employee Handbook
Seyfarth Synopsis: Every year California enacts a host of new laws that mean even the most diligent employers need to give their handbooks and policies a review and make sure they are up to date with...
View ArticlePaging Healthcare Workers! California Legislature Passes Bill Raising Minimum...
Seyfarth Synopsis: On September 14, 2023, the California legislature passed S.B. 525, which will raise minimum wages for health care workers across the state. The bill includes five separate minimum...
View ArticleGovernor Orders Extra Cheddar For Fast Food Employees
Seyfarth Synopsis: The Governor has approved a new and adjusted Fast Food Council responsible for establishing minimum standards on wages and for developing minimum standards for other topics affecting...
View ArticleLegislative Update: The End of the Road (for 2023)
Seyfarth Synopsis: While Governor Newsom vetoed several impactful bills prior to his October 14, 2023, signing deadline, he approved a wide array of new laws with which businesses will need to comply...
View ArticleWe Slept In! Time To Prepare for New 2024 Requirements!
Seyfarth Synopsis: Prepare for new California workplace legal requirements effective January 1, 2024, now. Seyfarth has you covered with all the ways to protect your workplace just like Kevin...
View ArticleLights, Camera . . .West Hollywood Paid Time Off Ordinance
Seyfarth Synopsis: In 2021, West Hollywood joined the growing ranks of California cities with their own local sick leave and/or minimum wage requirements. West Hollywood enacted an ordinance that...
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