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Medical Proof of Disability Needed to Start Accommodation Process
One of my employees who has been with the company for a few years (and who was about to get written up for failing...
Key Employment Law Issues When Addressing Workplace Illnesses
Our employee has recently returned from traveling in an area where there is an illness epidemic. What can we do to address the employee’s...
Voter’s Choice Act May Be Game Changer for Voting Time Off Rules
My employee wants to take time off to vote in the California Primary Election on March 3. She says I have to pay her...
Changes Brewing in Safety/Health Rules Due to Conformity Mandate
I hear there is a new law revising what is considered a serious injury and the requirements for complaint investigations. What are the changes?
As...
Accommodating Pregnant Employees in Potentially Risky Work Spaces
We have a pregnant employee working in the plant where there are a lot of chemical exposures. Her doctor has not restricted or limited...
Employers/Co-Workers Now May Seek Gun Violence Restraining Order
What is a gun violence restraining order, and how does the new law (AB 61) on gun violence restraining orders affect employers?
Employers have a...
Small Firm Eyes Medical Leave Policies to Put in Employee Handbook
We are a small company of 30 employees. Are we required to have a medical leave policy in our employee handbook?
Many different types of...
Factors for Employers to Consider When Making Holiday (Pay) Plans
If we close our worksite for a holiday, do we have to pay our employees for the day?
The answer depends on the employer’s policies...
Bereavement Leave Potential Option for Time Off After a Miscarriage
Do employees have a right to use bereavement leave after a miscarriage?
Employers are not required by law to offer bereavement leave to their employees....
Redo of Rules for Fire Fighter Protective Clothing Inching Ahead
What is the status of the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) Standards Board review and revision of the regulations for fire fighters’...
