As employers in California, businesses get access to some of the best professional talent in the nation. Of course, there are reasons that the state attracts so many creative, skilled and productive workers — and not all of these reasons favor corporations. It is...
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Steps for dissolving your California LLC
If the time has come to close the doors of your California limited liability company, it is critical that you understand that shutting down is a process. It requires more than ceasing business operations. You must dissolve or cancel it while it is in active status. If...
What is non-physical sexual harassment?
As a worker in California, you deserve a safe space you can come to and work in. Many workplaces promise this, and claim to have strict policies against any sexual harassment. Unfortunately, this is not always true. You may even suffer as a victim of sexual...
What does pregnancy discrimination look like?
According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), thousands of employees experience pregnancy discrimination every year. In order to fight back against this unfair behavior, it is important to understand the many forms that pregnancy discrimination can...
Racial Discrimination at Work
Many workplaces and their cultures try to advertise themselves as civil and welcoming, supportive of employees from all walks of life. California has walks of life in spades, bearing a population with a rich racial makeup. As much as California companies may try to...
What should you include in an anti-harassment policy?
Harassment is a real concern for many employers. Allowing it to go unchecked could lead to lawsuits, complaints and the loss of good employees. To help make it clear that you will not allow harassment in the workplace, it's important that you establish a written...
Is your employer prepared to accommodate your disability?
You may have worked for a company for several years, but a recent vehicle crash has left you with a physical disability, and now you require a wheelchair.You are looking forward to returning to work, but you are concerned about company policy. Will your employer...
What Californians should know about telework
6 considerations for your home officeThe movement toward remote employment largely owes to the benefits it offers. Employers save on office overhead, gain greater access to top talent and tend to enjoy greater productivity. You cut down on your commute and may, as a...
Interview questions employers cannot ask
Employers should prepare a list of questions they intend to ask job applicants when they come in for the formal interview. The purpose of these questions is to assess whether the individual is the best fit for the position. However, before anyone comes in, the...
Tips for creating an anti-discrimination policy
One of the best things you can do for your small business is adopting an anti-discrimination policy. Not only will this help prevent discrimination from taking place, but it will also reduce the chances of you being on the receiving end of an employee...