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CalChamber Opposes Risky Changes to Antitrust Law
Last week, the California Law Revision Commission approved recommended legislative language to significantly amend the state’s antitrust law and create a new Single Firm...
Wet December, Dry January, and a Slight Boost in Projected Water Deliveries
State water officials last week announced a slight increase in water they expect to deliver to homes, businesses and farms this year but warned...
Rehiring a Terminated Employee? Consider These Issues First
We terminated two employees a couple of years ago. We’re rehiring now but don’t want to rehire both of them – one was terminated...
Civil Rights Department Updates Pay Data Reporting Resources
The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) has updated its pay data reporting resources. Covered employers should start thinking about their annual pay data reports...
Employee Handbook: New Year Good Time to Audit/Update Policies
As California employers settle into 2026, it’s a good time to shift focus from learning new laws to putting them into practice. A tool...
CalChamber-Opposed Bills Miss Last Chance to Move
Legislation that failed to pass the house in which it was introduced last year had one last chance this month to continue moving.
The following...
New CalCEO Council Focuses on Boosting California’s Economy
The California Foundation for Commerce & Education (CFCE) announced last week the creation of the CalCEO Council, a new advisory group comprised of experienced...
Using REAL ID vs. NonREAL ID for Form I-9 Documentation
A new hire provided their nonREAL ID driver license for their Form I-9 documentation. Can I use this to satisfy the I-9 documentation requirement?
Yes....
US, Mexico Report Progress in Discussions Preceding Review of Free Trade Agreement
Following a meeting this week, representatives for the United States and Mexico reported “substantial progress” in their talks about bilateral trade relations and the...
Regional Economic Study on Water Offers Insights for Statewide Impacts
Reduced water availability ultimately affects jobs, economic activity and food supplies outside the area short of water, according to a study completed last year...
