My employer challenged my unemployment benefits. What do I do?
The unemployment office (EDD) will send you a notice stating your employer has challenged unemployment benefits and will inquire if you...
State Senate Passes Bill Expanding California Family Rights Act
Beginning January 1, 2022, the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) will include parents-in-law to family members with serious health...
Los Angeles City Council Approves Sweeping Vaccine Ordinance for Indoor Establishments
Following New York City and San Francisco, Los Angeles is the latest city to require proof of vaccination for individuals entering indoor...
How do I calculate overtime pay?
In California, the general overtime provisions are that a nonexempt employee 18 years of age or older, or any minor employee 16 or 17...
Can an employee waive his or her right to overtime compensation?
No, California law requires that an employee be paid all overtime compensation notwithstanding any agreement to work for a lesser wage....
COVID-19 & Workers' Compensation Claims
Workplace injuries now includes COVID-19 illness under California's no-fault Workers' Compensation system. If an employee 1) tested...