by Cynthia Elkins | Jan 10, 2022 | News
As we begin the new year, it’s time to review the new laws that became effective January 1st. While not as expansive as in prior years, there are several new laws impacting the workplace. Below is a summary of the new employment laws that should be noted. Personnel...
by Cynthia Elkins | Jan 7, 2022 | News
California Department of Public Health’s Modified Recommendations On Isolation and Quarantine On December 30, 2021, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued updated guidance for the General Public which reduced the amount of time for isolation and/or...
by Cynthia Elkins | Nov 23, 2021 | News
EMPLOYMENT LAW COVID-19 UPDATE In response to numerous inquiries on the status of vaccination records and related information, the Health & Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued guidance entitled “HIPAA, COVID-19 Vaccination, and the...
by Cynthia Elkins | Oct 28, 2021 | News
On October 25, 2021, the EEOC issued some additional (and long-awaited) guidance to assist employers in addressing questions about requests for religious exemptions to employer mandated COVID-19 vaccine requirements and how they interact with federal equal employment...
by Cynthia Elkins | Jul 6, 2021 | News
MAYOR SIGNS COVID-19 PAID VACCINE LEAVE FOR LOS ANGELES CITY On June 24th, Los Angeles City Mayor Garcetti signed an Emergency Order providing COVID-19 Vaccine Paid Sick Leave through September 30th. There are now 3 separate paid sick leave orders that potentially...
by Cynthia Elkins | Jun 25, 2021 | News
The next phase of the minimum wage increase for many jurisdictions will take effect on July 1, 2021. If your business is located in, or if your employees perform work in, certain jurisdictions you must comply with the “local” minimum wage for your city or county if...
