California employers could soon face increased penalties for workplace safety violations that are “enterprise-wide” or “egregious.”...more
All California employers must identify and correct workplace violence hazards in a timely manner, provide effective training to employees, and respond to and log reports of workplace violence.
All employers, employees,...more
After 12 years of litigation, coffee manufacturers, distributors, and retailers are one step closer to closing the door on Proposition 65 warnings on coffee.
Coffee generally does not require Proposition 65 warnings—this...more
10/28/2022
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OSHA has been turning its attention to workplace safety hazards in warehouses and retail stores.
Workplace safety hazards lead to employee injuries and complaints, opening the company to inspections and violations....more
8/10/2022
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Regardless of vaccination status, physical distancing could be required in California indoor workplaces until July 31, 2021.
If proposed revisions are approved, California employers must provide respirators such as N95 masks...more
If proposed amendments are adopted, the use and benefit of short-form on-product warnings will be significantly limited. The use of short-form for internet and catalog warnings will be completely eliminated.
Proposed...more
The California Supreme Court held there is no statutory or constitutional right to a jury trial in actions brought under the Unfair Competition Law (UCL) and False Advertising Law (FAL). Its reasoning and basis likely...more