Category Archives: Employment Lawyer For Employers
Sexual Harassment Settlement Provides Lesson for Employers in California
On December 10, 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) confirmed that an employer in California agreed to settle a sexual harassment claim. Wireless World LLC—a cell phone retailer from Sacramento, CA—will pay $107,916 as part of the agreement. The case is instructive for employers as it shows the importance of taking a proactive… Read More »
Key Points Employers in California Should Know About Wage Payment Laws
California has among the country’s most comprehensive wage payment laws. A business or organization that breaches the state’s Labor Code can face serious financial sanctions. At Sloat Law Group, APC, we are committed to providing proactive workplace solutions for employers, including helping them navigate wage and hour issues. Within this blog post, our employment… Read More »
Appeals Court in California Upholds Age Discrimination Judgment (A Lesson for Employers)
Earlier this year, the California Third District Court of Appeal upheld an age discrimination judgment in favor of an employee. In the case of Hoglund v. Sierra Nev. Memorial-Miners Hosp., the appellate court found sufficient evidence to justify a finding of age-based discrimination. Here, our California employer litigation lawyer analyzes the case in more… Read More »
New Employment Ordinance Takes Effect in Los Angeles County (Fair Chance Law)
Effective September 3, 2024, the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) officially took effect in Los Angeles County. The local ordinance is designed as a complement to California’s so-called “Ban the Box” regulations and it applies to employers with locations or employees in the Los Angeles County. It is crucial that all employers… Read More »
California’s PAGA Reform Emphasizes Importance of Proactive Labor Violation Cure by Employers
The California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) is a state law that allows workers to sue employers directly for Labor Code violations, on behalf of themselves and other “aggrieved employees.” Businesses and organizations have struggled to navigate this law because relatively minor violations can result in serious liability and penalties. On July 1, 2024,… Read More »
California Company Will Pay More than $100,000 to Resolve Hiring Discrimination Case (a Good Lesson for Employers)
On June 4, 2024, the Department of Labor (DOL) confirmed that Arakelian Enterprises Inc.—a California-based waste collection and recycling company—will pay more than $100,000 to resolve a hiring discrimination case. The company, a federal contractor subjected to heightened standards, was sued for discriminating against female job applicants. Here, our California employment lawyer discusses the… Read More »
California Employers to Finalize Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
Virtually all businesses and organizations in California—regardless of their size—must have a comprehensive workplace violence prevention plan in place by July 1, 2024. However, it’s not too late. Employers that do not currently have a workplace violence prevention plan in place, should create and implement one to comply with the new legal requirement. Here,… Read More »
Employer Prevails in Major Case in California: No Monetary Penalties if Reasonable, Good Faith Dispute Over Wages
On May 6, 2024, the California Supreme Court issued a decision in favor of employers. In the case of Naranjo v. Spectrum Sec. Servs., Inc., the state’s top court found that employers are not liable for monetary penalties if there is a reasonable and good faith dispute over whether wages were owed to an… Read More »
Medical Records and Disability Accommodations: A Guide for Employers in California
There are federal and state laws in place to protect disabled job applicants and employees. An employer in California may be required to provide reasonable accommodation for a qualified disabled worker who can perform the essential functions of a job position. Employers can request medical records from employees who are seeking a reasonable accommodation—but… Read More »
Can Employers Require Uniforms and Dress Codes?
Employers in California often want to require employees to wear uniforms or to abide by certain dress codes, which may also include personal grooming standards. If you want to require your employees to wear specific uniforms while they perform their work duties, or if you want to create a dress code or personal grooming… Read More »