According to the Pew Research Center, 70% of Americans identify with an established religion. For many of these individuals, religious holidays involve special traditions and rituals that may require time away from work. Small business owners may wonder whether they...
California, with its diverse workforce and progressive labor laws, strives to offer a conducive work environment for everyone. However, not all workplaces live up to this standard. While disagreements or occasional tensions are common in any job setting, consistent...
Employees with disabilities enjoy certain protections meant to ensure equal employment opportunities. One aspect of these protections is the concept of reasonable accommodation in the workplace, which often comes with questions. 1. What is reasonable accommodation?...
The Small Business Association reported that, as of 2022, there are over 4 million small businesses in California. If you are considering launching a new business in California, you know it is an exciting venture filled with hope, aspirations and the thrill of...
In the bustling state of California, employees have the right to take time off work for their mental well-being. The California Family Rights Act is legislation that ensures employees have the opportunity to prioritize their mental health without fearing job loss or...
Employment law helps protect employees from wrongful termination situations. Whenever you want to terminate an employee, you should always ensure you have solid grounds for doing so. A common reason for termination is attendance issues. There are a few guidelines to...
Business partnerships can add value to your organization and give you access to critical skills that you might not have. However, disputes could disrupt a relationship and leave you scrambling for a solution. If you feel that dissolving the partnership is the most...
Disputes regarding contracts are common. Some are minor disagreements, while others can be more serious. When the disputing parties are not able to resolve the issue on their own, there are various methods they can choose to fix the problem. Of these, litigation is...
The best workplaces are those that are inclusive and invested in making workers feel as comfortable as possible. However, many workplaces experience issues with bullying, which can cause a wide range of negative effects. If you believe that bullying is an issue at...
A report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows there were more than 18,500,000 workers employed in California at the end of 2022. To help protect this large number of workers, California has robust worker protection laws, including specific regulations regarding...
