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What Are California Employment Laws 2024?

HR Lineup

California has long been a trailblazer when it comes to employment laws in the United States. As of 2024, California’s employment laws continue to evolve, reflecting the changing needs of its workforce and the broader societal landscape. Failure to provide these breaks can result in penalties for employers.

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Employee Benefits: The Only Guide You Need

Achievers

The traditional concept refers to legally mandated benefits plus a few voluntarily added by employers. Employers are responding with a menu of voluntary employee benefits, driven by generational shifts and technology that is dramatically changing the workplace. . labor force with 56 million people working or looking for employment.

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Didlake’s Settlement With the EEOC Results in a $1M Fine

HR Digest

Nonprofit government contractor Didlake has reached a settlement with the EEOC after it was accused of discrimination against deaf employees. The EEOC decision on the discrimination case reflects their updated ADA guideline on accommodations for hearing disabilities—guidelines that all employers need to keep in mind.

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What is the Family Leave Act?

Abel HR

The Family Leave Act, also known as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), entitles eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year. The Family Leave Act was established to help employees balance their profession and responsibilities to their families.

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Companies: When to Call a Labor and Employment Lawyer – Ask #HR Bartender

HR Bartender

Last week, I wrote a post about when employees need to lawyer up or reach out to a government agency about something that’s happening at work. I’ve worked at organizations that never called an employment lawyer because frankly, they didn’t want the expense. Heather Bussing is an employment lawyer and regular contributor at HR Examiner.

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The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA): What you need to know

Insperity

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) is part of the federal government’s effort to minimize the economic impact felt by American families dealing with the COVID-19 global pandemic. Together with the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, also enacted by the U.S.

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FMLA return to work guidelines for employers

Business Management Daily

After an employee takes FMLA leave , they’re entitled to return to their prior position or an equivalent one. Such discrepancies could lead employees to file lawsuits or complaints with the DOL that their rights have been violated, so it’s best to fully understand the process before an employee is set to return from FMLA leave.