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Let Workers’ Compensation Insurer Check on Claim Validity
One of my employees came to me today and said his back was sore and that he hurt it while moving some equipment, so...
California Law Prohibits Questions About Gender on Job Applications
Our job application asks applicants to state their gender. Is that allowed under California law?
California law prohibits employers from asking, either directly or indirectly,...
Leave, Benefits May Be Available for Employees in Addiction Recovery
Do we need to give an employee protected time off to enter a residential facility for substance abuse recovery? Will she be eligible for...
Revised Rules Affect Steel/Concrete, Electrical Work and More
Can you provide a summary of occupational safety rules that went into effect over the last year that haven’t yet been included in a...
Caring for Adult Child with Drug Addiction May Qualify for FMLA
My employee asked to take time off under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to care for her drug addicted son, who is well...
Factors to Consider When Calculating ‘Regular Rate’ of Pay
How does the regular rate work? Once I calculate the regular rate, does it change the employee’s hourly rate? Do I have to calculate...
Leave of Absence Options Available for New Dad in California
Our employee’s wife just had a baby and he is asking us if he can take time off work and how much he will...
Advance Scheduling, Meeting Duration Affect Reporting Time Pay
The employees of my store regularly work Monday through Friday. Every third Saturday of the month, I hold a staff meeting for all of...
Requests for Personnel Files, Payroll Records—Required Timing Differs
A former employee has asked for a copy of her personnel file and payroll records. Do I have to provide these to her? And...
Get Permission in Writing Before Posting Employee’s Photo Online
Can I choose to post photos of my employees on my company’s website and social media page? Do I need each employee’s consent first?...
