Determining whether a worker qualifies as an independent contractor or an employee is critical for businesses in California. Misclassifications can lead to fines, lawsuits, and other penalties. Understanding the rules and applying them correctly helps employers avoid...
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Protecting employees from chemical hazards
Chemical hazards in the workplace pose significant dangers. Even incidental exposure can have serious short- or long-term consequences. Because both state and federal regulations place the onus of protection on employers, they must take a proactive approach....
Addressing a broken NDA by an employee
Discovering that an employee has broken a non-disclosure agreement can be a stressful and challenging situation for any business owner. NDAs are crucial for protecting sensitive company information, and a breach of such an agreement can have significant consequences...
Why is having an employee handbook important?
As a California business owner, the details you manage are infinite. Drafting an employee handbook may be on the back burner now, but it is not something you should overlook. In fact, it may serve as a foundation for a thriving business. Here are a few reasons why...
What should employers know before letting someone go?
One of the most difficult things to do as an employer is to let someone go, whether they are fired due to their behavior or laid off due to economic conditions. It is important that managers take certain steps in case they have to later prove that the action toward...