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Staying Ahead of the Curve: Navigating California’s Prevailing Wage and Certified Payroll Reporting Requirements

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California is well-known for its commitment to worker protection, which, while beneficial for employees, can present challenges for employers striving to maintain compliance....more

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Ten Action Items for Employers When Planning Layoffs

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​​​​​​​A frequently used step to control costs in times of uncertainty is to reduce personnel. A well-planned restructuring or reduction in force, generally referred to as a “layoff,” can achieve meaningful cost reductions...more

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Unpaid work – Beware the offer of a ‘free lunch’

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The line between lawful and unlawful unpaid work is not always clear. Many companies are contacted by people offering to work on a voluntary basis. It is often pitched as a “win-win” because the person is willing to work...more

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Call Center Employees in Massachusetts Win Claim For Sunday Premium Pay

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Seyfarth Synopsis: A Massachusetts trial court judge ruled that employees were entitled to premium pay for work on Sundays at a call center, under a Massachusetts statute governing Sunday and holiday work at a retail “store...more

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Severe Flu Season Creates HR Challenges

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With the outbreak of the corona virus dominating headlines, it is a great time to dust off the company policy on dealing with flu season and infectious diseases, generally, in the workplace.  Contagious diseases are...more

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Ye Olde Holiday Crossword — With Clues for Solving the Office Party Puzzle

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As the end of the year approaches, many employers are preparing for the annual office holiday party. This occasion presents an opportunity for employers to express appreciation for the hard work performed by staff all year....more

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New California Law Imposes Costly Risks to Companies Using Independent Contractors Supplied by Staffing and Recruiting Firms – But...

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On September 28, 2014, Governor Jerry Brown of California signed a bill that puts a potentially enormous liability risk on companies that use workers supplied by “labor contractors” that fail to pay all wages due the workers....more

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