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Category Archives : Employment Laws in California

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    Can I Sue My Employer in California?
    Posted on Monday, January 29, 2024

    As workers, we expect our employers and colleagues to treat us with respect at all times, creating a working environment that is safe and welcoming. When an employer oversteps a boundary or violates employment laws, it can feel like a significant betrayal. In these uncomfortable situations, wo...

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    Can an Employer Force You to Use PTO in California?
    Posted on Monday, January 22, 2024

    In short, yes, a California employer can force you to use paid time off (PTO). Generally speaking, though, the law does a lot to protect workers concerning time off. Even if you have an employment contract that says otherwise, the PTO laws still apply...

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    Overview of At-Will Employment in California
    Posted on Monday, January 15, 2024

    Like most U.S. states, California does not have “good cause” termination requirements for employers. What does that mean? In California and every state but Montana, employers do not need to have a good cause or, in other words, a valid reason to fire someone.

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    California Minimum Wage in 2024
    Posted on Monday, January 15, 2024

    According to the US Inflation Calculator, in 2023, inflation, or the rise in the cost of goods and services, was 6.4%. To keep up with the constantly rising costs of labor, materials, real estate, and consumer items, the minimum wage should go up accordingly. In fact, the state has raised the ...

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    Can an Employer Decrease an Injured Employee’s Hours?
    Posted on Wednesday, December 20, 2023

    You thought you had a solid position with your company. You’ve been putting in 40-50 hours each week to earn a decent paycheck. However, you’ve suffered an on-the-job injury that has impacted your ability to work the same schedule. Now, your employer wants to cut your hours to part-time, c...

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