The 2017 California legislative session came to an end last month and California employers are once again presented with new employment labor laws. Governor Brown recently signed into law a variety of new legislation including many laws that will impact employers.
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The minimum wage for the state of California is currently $10.50 per hour for businesses employing 26 or more workers. For those employers with 25 or less, the current wage is set at a minimum of $10.00 for 2017. This will change beginning January 1, 2018 when those hourly wage amounts increase to $11.00 and $10.50 consecutively.
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Recently the California Labor Commissioner updated a few key points in its FAQ page. On March 29, 2017, the Commissioner, by way of the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE), sought to provide additional guidance and clarification by issuing an update to its California Paid Sick Leave: Frequently Asked Questions.
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If an employee feels discriminated against, feels harassed or suffers an injury while at work, the employer may be liable for damages and injuries. Whether the employer's actions are intentional or unintentional, many workers file lawsuits seeking compensation or a remedy to the situation.
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