Los Angeles City Council Votes Unanimously to Require Businesses to Rehire Former Employees
The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved a measure giving specified workers a “right of recall.” Employees who work in stadiums, concert halls, hotels, and airport-affiliated businesses, as well as janitorial workers, may be covered by the ordinance. The Council’s proposed ordinance, which applies to the City of Los Angeles (though other cities and counties may follow suit) affords furloughed or terminated employees a stronger sense of security. For example, the ord
"UNLIMITED" Vacation Time -- Too Good To Be True?
California law does not require employers to provide employees with paid time off/vacation pay. However, the average employer provides up to two weeks of vacation time annually. When vacation time is offered, certain rules apply. California Labor Code Section 227.3 requires employers to pay out all accrued, unused vacation pay as wages at the time of termination. If an employee has accrued 10 days vacation at the time of separation, then all 10 days of unused vacation time
Los Angeles Mayor Will Sign “Right to Recall” Worker-Retention Ordinance If City Council Passes It
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti voiced support Tuesday for a City Council proposal designed to ensure hospitality, tourism and janitorial workers laid off due to the coronavirus pandemic regain their jobs after the emergency subsides, reports City News Service. Under city right-of-recall and worker-retention programs, skilled workers with the most seniority with a company are prioritized to be rehired. The City Council is slated to vote Wednesday on amendments to its right of
"UNLIMITED" Vacation Time -- Too Good To Be True?
"Unlimited" vacation time may not be so unlimited.
AB 51 Bans Requirement that Workers Must Sign Away Their Rights in Order to Be Hired
California workers can no longer be forced to waive away their right to workplace protections after California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 51 by state Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez (D-San Diego) to ensure that entering into arbitration is a choice for employees, not a precondition of their employment. “When both parties choose arbitration freely, it can be a highly effective tool. But it doesn’t work when corporations say you won’t be hired unless you sign
Penalties Against Employer for Paying Late Wages
Now that we're in 2020, California Assembly Bill 673 has become law. AB-673 updates existing labor code so employees can seek penalties for late wage payments. The penalty is $100 for the first violation. For further violations or anything deemed intentional, the penalty is $200 for each violation plus 25% of the wages owed. Late wages create difficulties for employees who need their paycheck when it's due. Hopefully, this law will encourage employees to pay their employees
New Penalties for Employer's Failure to Pay Minimum Wages
Now that we're in 2020, California Assembly Bill 688 has become law. SB 688 expands on existing labor codes penalize employers $100 for the first time an employee fails to pay minimum wages and $200 for each time after that. Additionally, the employer is fined 25% of the total unpaid wages.
These penalties can add up quickly, so don't hesitate to contact Christopher Taylor at Taylor Labor Law, P.C. at (626) 219-6008 for a free, immediate consultation on your particular si
Is My Job Protected If I Refuse to Work Due to Health & Safety Risk of COVID-19?
What are my specific workplace health and safety rights during the COVID-19 crisis? Your employer is required to take steps to ensure your safety and health, and to provide you with enough training and protection to do your job safely. Under the law, your rights include: The right to be properly trained by your employer about safety on the job. The right to be warned about hazardous materials to which you are exposed. The right to be given protective gear if you work with haz
Bloomberg News Quotes Christopher Taylor of Taylor Labor Law, PC Regarding Firm's COVID-19 Wrong
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AB 51 Bans Requirement that Workers Must Sign Away Their Rights in Order to Be Hired
California workers can no longer be forced to waive away their right to workplace protections