In many cases, what originates in California moves East quickly. Employers should at least be aware of the charges in California, and how those changes could affect every employer.
- Minimum Wage Increases
- New Criminal Penalties for Wage Theft (AB 1003)
- Meal and Rest Period Premiums Must be Paid at the “Regular Rate” rather than at the base pay
- Amended COVID-19 notice requirements
- Record retention requirements expanded
- Employer’s ability to negotiate employee confidentiality in settlements agreements
- New California Employee Privacy Rights
Employers must be aware of the law changes on a local, state and national level, and policies and procedures must be reviewed and revised accordingly.
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