2018 California Legislative Update: It’s Spring! What Bills Have Sprung?

by Kristina M. Launey, Walter Mullon and Melissa Aristizabal @

Thu Mar 22 10:26:29 PDT 2018

Seyfarth Synopsis: Dominating this spring’s planting of proposed employment-related legislation are bills aimed at ending sexual harassment and promoting gender equity. Among the secondary crops are bills regarding accommodation, leave, criminal history, and wage and hour law. It threatens to be another bitter fall harvest for California’s employer community.

California legislators stormed into the second half of the 2017-18 legislative … Continue Reading

The California Professional Exemption Explained

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Fri Oct 06 11:46:26 PDT 2017

Are you aware of the rules used to classify an employee as an exempt professional under California law? Unlike the more strictly quantitative outside sales exemption salary basis test, California’s professional exemption relies on numerous tests, connected to both job description and salary. It is essential to understand exactly what these standards and tests mean […]

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2018 California State Minimum Wage Increases

by Taylor @ California Payroll

Thu Nov 02 09:54:30 PDT 2017

On January 1st, 2018, California’s state minimum wage increased for employers. Please note that several localities have also implemented minimum wage rates that differ the state minimum (above). In 2016, bill SB 3 was signed to gradually increase the minimum wage in California to $15 per hour by 2022. The action made California the first state Read More

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Are Unpaid Internships Legal in California? A Law Guide for Interns

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Fri Oct 13 11:03:17 PDT 2017

Unpaid Internships in California have seen a steady increase over the years. It’s easy to see why – internships give students and other young adults a way to obtain real-time, hands-on experience in fields they hope to pursue. They also offer large companies a nearly endless source of free labor to stock their offices with. […]

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Answers to 18 Payroll Questions You Are Dying to Ask

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Mar 05 05:10:18 PST 2018

For some business owners, running payroll might be like learning a foreign language. You are a master of your business idea, not the administrative responsibilities that come with it. Because you might not be familiar with these responsibilities, you might have some payroll questions. Payroll questions and answers When you become an employer, you need […]

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Top 4 Labor Law Rights Every Brand Ambassador Should Know

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Mon Jan 02 15:29:13 PST 2017

Brand ambassador jobs have grown substantially in the past five years as companies look to expand their recognition. Temp agencies, serving as the middle men between large corporations and brand ambassadors, have profited extensively as a result. But as others have benefited from this lucrative industry, brand ambassadors have found themselves victims of wage theft. […]

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Computer Professional Exemption – A California Guide For Employees

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Sun Oct 22 17:07:49 PDT 2017

Depending on the circumstances, computer programmers, computer systems analyst, software engineers, and other similarly skilled workers can be exempt from overtime under California law as well as the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). Applicability of the computer professional exemption for California employees is determined by a narrow test that examines: (1) the level of […]

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California Break Laws, What Must My Employer Provide?

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Sun Sep 24 08:02:24 PDT 2017

California break laws require that employers provide non-exempt employees with rest periods and meal periods during the workday. These laws have been implemented to prevent employees from working long hours in poor working conditions. They provide that employees are entitled to a 10-minute net rest break for every 4 hours of work (or major fraction […]

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Must Employers Pay Overtime for Salaried Employees?

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Mon Dec 12 16:27:36 PST 2016

Depending on who you ask during your next trip to the water cooler about whether employers must pay overtime for salaried employees you may get a different answer. This is because of the complexities surrounding overtime pay law, and the difficulty most people have in understanding overtime exemptions. One thing is for sure, the generally […]

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Should You Offer a Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plan?

by Mike Kappel @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Mar 26 05:10:00 PDT 2018

You know employees like employer-sponsored benefits. As an employer, offering benefits is advantageous for your business, too. A nonqualified deferred compensation plan is one type of benefit that both you and your employees can enjoy. Find out what a nonqualified deferred compensation plan is, why you might consider offering it, and how to set it […]

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5 Myths To Dismiss: The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

by Christina Reising @ Integrity HR

Tue Jan 23 07:00:33 PST 2018

It’s been a few weeks since the confetti was swept up and 2018 sunglasses went on sale, but the excitement […]

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Check the Benefits of Payroll Cards

by admin @ HR&P Human Resources

Wed Jan 24 18:09:05 PST 2018

If your company has a lot of employees who don't have bank accounts or who work on the road or in remote locations, a payroll card system could save your business money in processing costs while making it easier for employees to access their wages. Direct deposits are less expensive, but are of little use to  [...]

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Federal Salary Minimum Threshold Placed on Hold

by Taylor @ California Payroll

Mon Nov 28 07:48:19 PST 2016

Federal Salary Minimum Threshold Placed on Hold. On November 22nd, a federal judge for the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a nationwide preliminary injunction on the Department of Labor’s new overtime rules, which were scheduled to take effect December 1, 2016. The judge ruled that the Department of Labor (DOL) likely overstepped Read More

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Recent Pay Equity Cases Show That Such Cases Are Ill-Suited For Class Treatment

by Jeffrey Wortman and Maria Papasevastos @

Mon Feb 05 11:32:09 PST 2018

We’re pleased to share a thoughtful look at whether lawsuits alleging illegal pay disparities under California law are suitable as class actions. This post, recently featured on Seyfarth’s Pay Equity Issues & Insights Blog, provides some compelling reasons to argue that they’re not.     

Seyfarth Synopsis: Over the past few years we have seen groundbreaking changes to equal pay laws across … Continue Reading

The California Executive Exemption

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Thu Mar 15 09:47:40 PDT 2018

Have you ever wondered why many employers give fancy titles to rank-and-file employees who don’t have high-level duties that correspond with their titles? The answer is simple, employers use these titles to boost morale and make employees feel important without actually paying them salaries that reflect those extravagant titles. You see, California’s Labor Code has […]

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Federal Overtime Rule’s Effect on the Hospitality Industry

by Taylor @ California Payroll

Thu Jun 30 10:49:16 PDT 2016

The Fair Labor Standard Act’s new overtime rules will go into effect at the December 1st, 2016. Managing and comparing overtime costs and employee time cards can be particularly difficult when many employees work non-traditional hours such as early morning, late night and graveyard shifts, typical in the hospitality industry. This federal law will affect Read More

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What Is an FEIN?

by Mike Kappel @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Feb 26 05:10:00 PST 2018

When you run a business, you must meet many IRS requirements. You might need an FEIN to identify your business on documents like payroll tax forms. What does FEIN mean? What is an FEIN? FEIN is an acronym for Federal Employer Identification Number, also known as an EIN. This unique, nine-digit number is used by […]

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Requesting Your Employment Records & Personnel File (Sample Letter)

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Sat Oct 07 07:40:14 PDT 2017

You may have recently had some suspicions regarding your employer’s human resources practices. You may believe that your employer failed to properly account for the hours you worked, failed to pay you overtime, or terminated you for an unlawful reason. But before you drive down to the California labor board and file a wage claim, […]

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Ways to Focus on Your Talent Strategy for a Successful 2018

by admin @ HR&P Human Resources

Tue Feb 20 17:07:40 PST 2018

  “Traditionally, a company's human resources department has played a supportive role. It was considered a paper-pusher job, and often took a backseat to more numbers-oriented departments like marketing and business development. Today's organizations have realized that this department can do much more to enhance and develop a business, thanks to developments in fields [...]

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Will the Courts Accept a Jury Duty Excuse Letter If You’re in a Pinch?

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Mar 19 05:10:23 PDT 2018

Sometimes, you or your employees’ personal responsibilities conflict with your business. For many small businesses, if you miss work or lose an employee for an extended period of time, there can be harmful effects on productivity in the workplace. But if you or an employee are called in for jury duty, you might not have […]

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The Secret to Hassle-Free Payroll

by admin @ HR&P Human Resources

Mon Jan 15 08:01:39 PST 2018

It’s human nature to pay more attention when things go wrong than when they’re running smoothly. This is particularly true when it comes to payroll. Come payday, an employee checks her bank account, sees her paycheck has been deposited and that the amount is what she expected. Check. She moves on to pay her [...]

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Presentation Materials

by Cody Woodruff @ Child Support Services

Mon Mar 13 18:24:36 PDT 2017

Presentations from The Changing Face of Child Support forum, held on April 28, 2011, are available for your convenience.  All speaker presentations are listed below per the Agenda in PDF format. Vicki Turetsky, Federal Commissioner Office of Child Support Enforcement Family-Centered Child Support Services Research Foundations: Sharon Rowser, Vice President/Deputy Director of Policy Research and […]

Our Commerce Office Moved

by Taylor @ Child Support Services

Wed Mar 01 11:38:58 PST 2017

The Commerce Child Support office relocated to a new location on January 25, 2016...

New FLSA overtime ruling for exempt employees

by Taylor @ California Payroll

Tue Oct 11 12:15:09 PDT 2016

If you have salaried employees earning less than $47,476 annually after Dec. 1st, those employees will be eligible for OT pay.  Will you be affected? WATCH INTRO Are you aware? On May 18th, 2016, the Department of Labor’s (DOL) final rule updating overtime regulations was announced. The ruling changed the minimum salary exemption threshold to $47,476, which Read More

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Keep an Eye on Employee Texting, Blogging, Twittering and More

by admin @ HR&P Human Resources

Mon Mar 05 11:53:02 PST 2018

Employers naturally want to provide employees with the tools that enable them to do their jobs more quickly and efficiently. But there are growing concerns in the business community about employees who use technology in ways that can harm their employers. During the work day and after hours, your staff members undoubtedly use cell phones and [...]

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Consult This Employee Termination Checklist to Keep Things Running Smoothly

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Mar 07 05:10:00 PST 2018

Employees leave companies every day to pursue growth opportunities, accommodate personal lives, or experience change. As an employer, you hope employees won’t leave your business, but you know this is wishful thinking. When an employee resigns, you need to know what to do. The average annual overall turnover rate is 19%, according to SHRM. If […]

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Biennial Report 2014-2015

by Taylor @ Child Support Services

Wed Mar 01 16:01:00 PST 2017

Learn about our department's progress over the past two years and our vision for the future...

$25 Annual Service Fee

by Taylor @ Child Support Services

Wed Mar 01 11:36:42 PST 2017

The $25 Annual Service Fee assessment for never-aided cases begins October 1, 2015...

What You Need to Know About a Qualifying Life Event

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Mon Mar 12 05:10:40 PDT 2018

Employees have a window of time each year to sign up for certain types of employer-sponsored insurance. Although this open enrollment period takes place at the end of each year for all employees, an employee can add or remove coverage at any time of the year if they have a qualifying life event. What is […]

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Top 5 Human Resources Projects for 2018

by Integrity HR @ Integrity HR

Tue Dec 19 05:00:13 PST 2017

Every year, we all go through the same shock that fourth quarter has arrived, and just when we think we’ve […]

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New Form I-9 – Deadline January 22nd

by Taylor @ California Payroll

Sun Jan 22 08:08:37 PST 2017

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released a newly revised Employment Verification Form in an effort to reduce errors and enhance form completion using a computer. Form I-9 is used for verifying employment authorization in the US, and is required by federal immigration law for each new employee hired. As part of Read More

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Income and Expense Declaration

by Taylor @ Child Support Services

Wed Mar 01 11:34:52 PST 2017

Need help filling out the Income and Expense Declaration for your next court date? Please view this short video...

Four Ways To Navigate Conflict In The Workplace

by Robin Adkins @ Integrity HR

Fri Jan 05 07:00:56 PST 2018

Have you ever noticed that you click easily with some of your team members, while others drive you crazy? Or, […]

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Are You Compliant? EEO-1 Reporting Requirements

by Integrity HR @ Integrity HR

Mon Feb 05 06:00:00 PST 2018

It’s that time of year – paperwork season! Once the ornaments are boxed up and the 2018 glasses are on […]

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Pay Policy for Mandatory Meetings

by admin @ HR&P Human Resources

Mon Dec 18 15:05:38 PST 2017

A source of irritation for employees can be the issue of pay -- or no pay -- for time spent attending meetings and training sessions. Tell employees they have to attend a meeting or training program, and the employees may raise questions like these: Is attendance mandatory, or can we skip it? If we show up, [...]

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Robots Are Taking Our Jobs! UBI and the Future Workplace

by Rabia Z. Reed @

Wed Feb 21 06:00:20 PST 2018

Seyfarth Synopsis: From Mark Zuckerberg to the mayor of Stockton, the concept of Universal Basic Income is catching fire. What is this newfangled concept, and what can employers expect in the new emerging economy?

UBI – What Is It?

Universal Basic Income—“UBI”—is a form of social security, or a citizen’s stipend, to ensure everyone with a basic income from the … Continue Reading

5 Labor Rights Every Cannabis Worker Should Know

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Wed Dec 07 23:05:19 PST 2016

Demand for cannabis workers is forecasted to grow substantially in the state of California with the passage of proposition 64, which legalizes recreational marijuana. In fact, by 2026 many experts have projected that the cannabis industry is expected to generate a whopping fifty billion dollars. Startups in the marijuana industry are quickly popping up everywhere, […]

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2018 California Minimum Wage Table

by Taylor @ California Payroll

Sat Jul 02 14:00:31 PDT 2016

On January 1st, 2018 the minimum wage in the state of California will increased from $10.50 to $11.00 an hour for employers with 26 or more employees. The minimum wage for employers with 25 or less employees will increase to $10.50. There are some employees who are exempt from the minimum wage law, such as outside Read More

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Low Employee Morale Has High Costs

by admin @ HR&P Human Resources

Fri Mar 09 13:41:25 PST 2018

Employee morale is a measurable, controllable expense. That's the position of Carol Hacker, author of "The High Cost of Low Morale." And according to Hacker, employers and workplace leaders "can beat the negativity that saps employees' energy." Employee morale involves the attitudes of individuals and groups toward their work, their environment, their managers, and [...]

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A Guide to Wrongful Termination in California

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Wed Feb 15 18:32:27 PST 2017

Employees often have difficulty understanding what wrongful termination in California is, and distinguishing between a proper and improper firing by their employer. This is often due to the complicated nature of the employment relationship. The following article will guide workers trying to determine if they have actionable claims against their employers. This article is by […]

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A Look at Federal, State, and Local Minimum Wages

by Mike Kappel @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Mar 21 05:30:00 PDT 2018

You can’t just pay your employees any amount you want. You must follow federal, state, and local laws that set minimum wages. What is minimum wage? Minimum wage is the lowest amount you can pay an employee per hour of work. You can pay more than the minimum wage, but you should never pay less […]

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California Vacation Law – A Rundown

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Sat Jan 06 13:24:31 PST 2018

Vacation time is an essential benefit needed to prevent exhaustion in employees. It grants them time away from work to clear their head, relax, pursue hobbies, and spend quality time with family and friends. For this reason, it is vital that employees understand the vacation laws in California, and the rules that govern the accrual […]

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HR Alerts For January 2018

by Integrity HR @ Integrity HR

Fri Jan 05 12:12:28 PST 2018

HR Alerts For January 2018 Would you like to receive HR Alerts like these via email every month? Sign up for […]

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Protecting IHSS and our loved ones in 2018

by Communications Department @ UDW – The Homecare Providers Union – AFSCME Local 3930 / AFL-CIO

Wed Mar 14 05:10:44 PDT 2018

­­UDW caregivers are strong advocates for our IHSS clients – seniors and people with disabilities. That’s why every year we sponsor and support legislation that will protect and improve the IHSS program as well as the quality of life for IHSS providers and our clients. We also support legislation that promotes social justice and improves the lives of working families in our communities. BILLS WE ARE SPONSORING BILLS WE ARE SUPPORTING OPPOSE BILLS

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Exempt vs. Non Exempt Employee: A California Law Guide

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Sat Sep 23 08:32:01 PDT 2017

California and Federal labor law provide employees basic rights such as minimum wage, overtime, and meal periods. Unfortunately, many different types of workers are “exempt” from obtaining these rights. Determining if an individual is an exempt employee in California requires a complicated analysis, usually best served by an employment attorney well versed in the law. […]

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Defamation: Containing Fire and Fury in the Deep Blue State

by Amanda Fry @

Wed Jan 24 06:00:30 PST 2018

Seyfarth Synopsis: As Californians grow tragically familiar with wildfire, California employers face another threat of fire in the form of defamation lawsuits. The rapidly burning #MeToo anti-harassment movement, and constant talk in the news about peoples’ reputations being destroyed, has rained down fire and fury for California employers forced to consider possible defamation lawsuits by current or former employees.

Stoking … Continue Reading

How Do I Sue My Employer In California?

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Fri Jul 28 12:15:13 PDT 2017

An unanswered question that frequently pops up in the minds of most disgruntled California workers is simply “How Do I Sue My Employer in California?” The nuts and bolts of litigation can often be an intimidating topic to research, and most workers choose to hire attorneys to represent them. Nevertheless, this post will attempt to […]

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IRS warns of W-2 scam targeting HR and payroll departments

by Taylor @ California Payroll

Mon Feb 13 12:00:19 PST 2017

The IRS and state tax agencies have issued a warning for a W-2 email scam targeting employer HR and payroll departments. Overview – W-2 Email Scam The IRS and state tax agencies are warning employers about an email scam that is making its way across the nation for a second time. The scam uses a Read More

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HR Alerts For February 2018

by Integrity HR @ Integrity HR

Thu Feb 01 11:10:26 PST 2018

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Correcting Employment Taxes: What to Do If You Withhold the Wrong Amount

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Feb 28 05:10:52 PST 2018

It’s easy to make mistakes, especially when you have a million and one things on your plate. One error you could make is deducting the wrong amount from employee wages. Correcting employment taxes is necessary if you withhold too much or too little from your employees’ paychecks. This article provides an overview of employment taxes […]

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Top Four Overtime Laws To Know In California

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Wed Jan 03 02:09:39 PST 2018

California Overtime laws were historically implemented to put financial pressure on employers to hire additional staff and to protect employees in weak bargaining positions from being overworked. The idea was to dis-incentivize employers by making it costly to task employees with unreasonably long work hours, and instead encourage employers to split the workload among new […]

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California Employers Beware: W-2 Phishing Scams Skyrocket During Tax Season

by Jennifer L. Mora @

Wed Feb 14 06:00:06 PST 2018

Seyfarth Synopsis: Employers have been scammed into sending sensitive W-2 information to malicious third parties. This article outlines the key steps California employers must immediately take if subject to this unfortunate event.

In 2003, California became the first state to enact a data breach notification law: the California Data Protection Act. Since then, over 30 states have enacted similar statutes … Continue Reading

July 1, 2017 – New minimum wages, including Emeryville, Los Angeles

by Taylor @ California Payroll

Sat Jul 01 10:06:16 PDT 2017

According to the city of Emeryville website, “The minimum wage rate will be $14.00 per hour for Small Businesses and $15.20 per hour for Large Businesses, effective July 1, 2017. These rates will increase annually with Large Business minimum wage rates adjusting annually for inflation every July 1 based on the annual increase in the local consumer Read More

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Minimize Employee Turnover by Using Effective Motivation

by admin @ HR&P Human Resources

Fri Mar 09 13:26:23 PST 2018

The most obvious way for employers to measure the full impact of employee turnover is to look at the corresponding loss of productivity when positions go unfilled. You'll also need to look at the cost to find replacements. But that's just the start. The rest of it is part of what can be called [...]

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Newly Revised Form I-9. Deadline September 18th.

by Taylor @ California Payroll

Mon Jul 17 14:02:19 PDT 2017

The USCIS (United States Citizenship & Immigration Services) released a revised version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification on July 17. Download instructions are available on the Form I-9 page. Employers can use this revised version or continue using Form I-9 with a revision date of 11/14/16 N through Sept. 17. September 18th is the Deadline On Sept. 18, employers must Read More

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Maternity Leave in California – A Practical Law Guide (2018)

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Thu Dec 21 17:12:07 PST 2017

You just found out that you are pregnant. Tense thoughts are racing through your head as you frantically decide how you will grapple with your aggressive employer about taking maternity leave in California. A feeling of anxiety sinks in as you ponder about the financial burdens that are in store, the backlog of paperwork on […]

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Our Ear in the Crowd: FEHC Hears Comments on New Regulations

by Rabia Z. Reed and Colleen Regan @

Wed Jan 31 12:12:35 PST 2018

Seyfarth Synopsis: The Fair Employment and Housing Council issues regulations to implement California’s employment and housing anti-discrimination laws, including the FEHA, the CFRA, and the Unruh and Ralph Civil Rights Acts. The FEHC also conducts inquiries and holds hearings on various civil rights issues. The latest FEHC meeting was held on December 11, 2017. Our own correspondent was there, and … Continue Reading

UDW Convention 2018 — Delegate Election Results

by Nicole Langton @ UDW – The Homecare Providers Union – AFSCME Local 3930 / AFL-CIO

Wed Mar 21 16:34:44 PDT 2018

March 21, 2018 Ballots were mailed out on February 12th – 15th. The votes were tallied on Tuesday, March 20th and the results are in. Note: Only those counties with more than the number of allotted delegates running had an election to select their delegate representatives. They were: San Diego, Riverside, San Luis Obispo and Orange counties. District 1 (San Diego County) – members were allowed to nominate up to 16 delegates. 1 Editha   Adams Home Care  Workers United 639 2 Maria   Espinoza Home Care Workers United 582 3 Susan   Tran Home Care Workers United 529 4 Monica  Y.  Zuniga Home […]

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At Will Employment California, Can My Boss Fire Me At Anytime?

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Wed Feb 15 23:09:12 PST 2017

At Will Employment California law provides that your employer can terminate you at any time, for any legal reason, so long as you are not employed under a contract for a specified term. In other words, pursuant to Labor Code section 2922, your employer can fire you at its own will for almost any reason, […]

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AFSCME Convention 2018 – Delegate Election Results

by Nicole Langton @ UDW – The Homecare Providers Union – AFSCME Local 3930 / AFL-CIO

Wed Mar 21 17:25:41 PDT 2018

 The 43rd International AFSCME Convention will take place July 16-20, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. Elected delegates from across the nation will come together to exchange ideas and re-energize our movement. The nomination for the AFSCME Convention Delegates are now open. UDW delegates will be elected to represent UDW, Local 3930 at the AFSCME International Convention.   ELECTION OF AFSCME CONVENTION 2018 DELEGATES UNITED DOMESTIC WORKERS AFSCME LOCAL 3930 Name Slate Total Votes 1 Rosa Beltran Home Care Workers United Slate 1679 2 Editha Adams Home Care Workers United Slate 1589 3 Rosa Ramirez Home Care Workers United Slate 1471 4 […]

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Social Security Payroll Tax Deduction Rate Increase for 2018

by Taylor @ California Payroll

Wed Nov 01 13:54:56 PDT 2017

Maximum Table Earnings Increase According to the Social Security Administration, for 2018 the Social Security taxable wage base will increase from $127,200 to $128,700 maximum taxable earnings, an increase of $1,500. FICA and Social Security Rates to Remain the Same However, The Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax rate of 7.65% will remain the same Read More

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A Complete Guide to Gratuity & Tip Laws in California

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Wed Jan 03 03:10:34 PST 2018

Employees in the hospitality industry already have it tough enough dealing with difficult customers who demand the world from them. Having to understand the minefield that is California tip laws is something they probably don’t want to deal with. This is especially the case when faced with disputes over tip skimming with their employers or […]

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Have You Considered a PTO Bank for Your Company?

by admin @ HR&P Human Resources

Mon Mar 05 11:34:22 PST 2018

Paid time off (PTO) policies aren't new. The basic concept is to allot employees a fixed number of days into a PTO "bank" for which they can be paid while not working, without designating the time off as sick leave, vacation or personal days. A 2016 survey by WorldatWork — a global association of human [...]

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Top 3 Tips To Get Millennials To Stay At Your Business

by Integrity HR @ Integrity HR

Thu Mar 01 11:31:31 PST 2018

Succession planning has been a staple in the professional arena for decades. Identifying and forming new leaders is crucial for […]

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#Time’s Up? Not Yet, For Harassment Claims

by Lara A. Levine and Tiffany T. Tran @

Wed Feb 28 06:00:56 PST 2018

Seyfarth Synopsis: The California Legislature has introduced a new bipartisan bill, AB 1870, that would give all employees—not just those claiming sexual harassment—three years to file DFEH complaints of unlawful discrimination, instead of the one year provided by current law.

More time to report discrimination

With the #MeToo movement sweeping the nation, California legislators are introducing bills aimed at giving … Continue Reading

UDW caregivers endorse Gavin Newsom for California Governor

by Communications Department @ UDW – The Homecare Providers Union – AFSCME Local 3930 / AFL-CIO

Thu Mar 08 09:22:58 PST 2018

Union of 100,000 in-home care workers makes choice after surveying candidates on long-term care policy and positions For Immediate Release March 8, 2018 Contact: Cherie Parker 619-806-4677   San Diego – United Domestic Workers of America (UDW/AFSCME Local 3930), one of the largest local unions in the state, announced today that California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom has received the union’s endorsement for California Governor. UDW’s Executive Board, made up of In-Home Supportive Service (IHSS) providers throughout the state, met with the candidates in February and surveyed their positions on the issues that matter most to caregivers and the seniors and people […]

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Pay your Child Support with MoneyGram

by Taylor @ Child Support Services

Wed Mar 01 11:30:37 PST 2017

Person Paying Support (PPS) have another convenient way to pay child support...

HR Alerts For March 2018

by Integrity HR @ Integrity HR

Thu Mar 01 11:27:26 PST 2018

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Can Inclusion Riders Force Demographic Proportionality In Hiring?

by Joshua A. Rodine @

Wed Mar 14 11:59:16 PDT 2018

Seyfarth Synopsis: With a single utterance at the recent Academy Awards ceremony, “inclusion rider” entered the popular lexicon. That has led many to wonder, “What is an inclusion rider?” The next question, of course, is this: “Is an inclusion rider enforceable?”

What is an inclusion rider? In most respects, this is an entertainment industry term for the more commonly known … Continue Reading

Compliance Checklist: 5 Key Employment Areas In 5 Minutes

by Integrity HR @ Integrity HR

Tue Feb 20 10:44:58 PST 2018

Whether you’re a business owner, a manager, or an HR professional we all have a love – hate relationship with […]

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Into the Weeds: Will California Employment Law Protect Medical Marijuana Users?

by Jinouth Vasquez Santos, Jennifer L. Mora, Fritz Smith and Ryan McCoy @

Wed Mar 07 12:27:57 PST 2018

Seyfarth Synopsis: A proposed bill would amend California employment discrimination law to protect medical marijuana users.

California—already famous (or infamous) as a sanctuary in the immigration area—could soon become a sanctuary for medical marijuana users. A proposed bill would protect medical marijuana users from employment discrimination.

Currently, California employers can deny employment to users of marijuana, even if the use … Continue Reading

What Does Pay Frequency Mean?

by Michele Bossart @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Feb 21 05:10:38 PST 2018

When you have employees, you need to run payroll so they can receive their wages. Before paying employees, you need to decide on a pay frequency. Your industry, the number of employees you have working for you, the type of workers you have, and legal requirements determine your pay frequency. But first, what does pay […]

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How the Work World is Changing with Millennials

by admin @ HR&P Human Resources

Mon Dec 18 14:54:43 PST 2017

Definitions of the Millennial generation vary, but basically these are people who, today, range from 20 to 36 years old. Their distinctive characteristics are attributed to two primary factors: Most were raised by highly attentive Baby Boomer parents, and Instant communication via electronic technology has been ubiquitous. As Millennials left home and went to college, [...]

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Outside Sales Exemption To California Employment Law – A 2018 Guide

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Fri Sep 29 21:31:37 PDT 2017

Are you unsure if California’s outside sales exemption might apply to you and your position? Are you concerned that you may have been misclassified by your employer? Both federal and California laws include several categories of workers which are considered exempt from certain types of fundamental employee rights. One of these classes is that of […]

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California Administrative Exemption Guide

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Wed Jan 03 02:48:58 PST 2018

The administrative exemption in California is the most common weapon used by employers to deny employees essential labor rights such as overtime and minimum wages. Most of the time it is properly asserted, but often employees are illegally misclassified, leading to liability and steep penalties for employers. Deadlines (called statutes of limitations) exist for victims […]

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How to Calculate a Raise

by Rachel Gray @ Payroll Tips, Training, and News

Wed Mar 14 05:10:09 PDT 2018

Employees have money on their minds. According to a Gallup poll, 59% of employees were not completely satisfied with their current pay. And, one SHRM survey found that 44% of respondents said they would leave their job to make more money elsewhere. To avoid losing their top employees, many businesses offer pay raises. Learn why employee […]

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More Than A Job: Home Care For A Mom With Alzheimer’s Disease

by Communications Department @ UDW – The Homecare Providers Union – AFSCME Local 3930 / AFL-CIO

Mon Mar 19 11:43:38 PDT 2018

Franziska Monahan, heard on All Things Considered, March 18 2018 Celina Raddatz quit her job at a nursing home in 2014 when she realized she would have to take care of her mother full-time. Raddatz’s mother, Guadalupe Pena Villegas, 83, suffers from Alzheimer’s and bipolar disorder, a combination that sometimes makes her a danger to herself and others, and thus requires her to be supervised 24 hours a day. Raddatz and one of her sisters, Rosalia Lizarraga, 61, had been caring for their mother together. But as the Alzheimer’s progressed, the task became too stressful for Lizarraga. The full responsibility fell […]

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California Labor Board Complaint – How To File

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Tue Aug 01 17:12:44 PDT 2017

Workers frequently encounter wage and hour violations in the workplace but are often too intimidated to pursue a claim against their employers in civil court. Time constraints, expenses, the potential for verbal confrontation, and the adversarial nature of litigation discourages most workers. Fortunately, there is an alternative! Instead of filing a civil action seeking judicial […]

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DOL: Civil Penalties Are Increasing for Willful Violations of Federal Laws

by admin @ HR&P Human Resources

Wed Jan 24 08:43:47 PST 2018

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule that revises civil penalties for many violations of federal labor laws, including certain violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Inflation-Adjusted Changes The Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015 directed federal agencies to [...]

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California Supreme Court Hears Oral Argument to Define “Independent Contractor”

by Rabia Z. Reed and Ryan McCoy @

Wed Feb 07 12:17:42 PST 2018

Seyfarth Synopsis: The California Supreme Court heard oral arguments yesterday morning in Dynamex Operations v. Superior Court, a case addressing the legal standard for determining whether a worker should be classified as an independent contractor or an employee. We expect the Supreme Court’s opinion will be significant for any entity using independent contractors in California.

The Story Thus Far

As … Continue Reading

Reporting California Labor Law Violations

by Kevin Panahi @ RecoverMyWages.com

Fri Aug 18 23:47:54 PDT 2017

Reporting a California Labor Law violation can be a frightening but necessary task for aggrieved workers subjected to wage theft. Sometimes filing a wage claim seeking monetary compensation is not enough because it’s personal. If you are facing a similar scenario, reporting a violation to the Bureau of Field Enforcement (“BOFE”) might be the perfect […]

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HR Alerts For April 2018

by Integrity HR @ Integrity HR

Tue Mar 27 11:09:31 PDT 2018

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