Just when we thought COVID-19 restrictions would ease, the Delta Variant is causing additional concerns and restrictions. Some cities and counties have re-imposed the wearing of masks regardless of vaccination status. Many public and private employers have mandated...
COVID-19
New Rules for Healthcare Facilities
On Tuesday, July 26, the California Department of Public Health issued an order for workers in healthcare facilities. In response to the increasing COVID-19 cases in California – caused primarily the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus – the CDPH is taking action...
Cal/OSHA Update for Fully Vaccinated Employees: For Real This Time… We’re Pretty Sure.
The past few weeks have been a Cal/OSHA Roller Coaster, haven't they? Updated regulations proposed, paused, revised, passed, withdrawn, and proposed again as well-meaning employers scrambled to keep up. The latest iteration of Cal/OSHA's Emergency Temporary Standards...
What California Businesses Can Expect on June 15, 2021
We’re told that California is reopening for business on June 15th. What exactly does this mean? Here are some take-aways: • Physical distancing and capacity limitations are eliminated for customers, clients, attendees, guests and patrons. • Vaccination or a negative...
The COVID Shuffle (Or Rewind)
An excerpt from Doug Larsen's recent article: "On November 30, 2020 Cal/OSHA adopted Emergency Temporary Standards to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. Employers quickly and begrudgingly complied, spending significant time and energy implementing a COVID Prevention...
Cal/OSHA Changes Postponed… AGAIN New Rules for Fully Vaccinated Employees On Hold
Cal/OSHA Changes Postponed... AGAIN New Rules for Fully Vaccinated Employees On Hold On Thursday, June 3, Cal/OSHA approved new guidelines for physical distancing and face coverings in the workplace for vaccinated and unvaccinated employees. The updated standards were...
Cal/OSHA Update for Fully Vaccinated Employees
Last month we let you know that Cal/OSHA would soon be providing updates to its Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) regarding COVID-19 safety in the workplace. After a delay and a few revisions, the proposed changes were approved June 3, and will become effective June...
Employers Can Require Employees to Be Vaccinated
By Doug Larsen Fishman, Larsen & Callister larsen@flclaw.net 559.256.5000 The federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) issued expanded technical assistance regarding COVID-19 vaccinations and the workplace. Among the updates, the EEOC has concluded...
Adding Paid Sick Leave, Including Supplemental COVID-19 PSL to the Paycheck Stub
Written By Doug Larsen PSL Benefits. Almost every California employee is entitled to 24 hours or three days of PSL annually. Effective on March 29, 2021 the state of California has required employers of more than 25 employees to provide up to 10 days or 80 hours of...
COVID-19: Navigating the (Slow) Return to Normal
In Fresno County and surrounding areas, we're seeing encouraging signs of a return to mostly-normal life. Vaccinations are ongoing, and the decrease in COVID cases has brought us into the state's Orange Tier for the first time. While we're all thankful for these steps...
HR News
HR Headliner: Employers Urged to Prepare for Surge in I-9 Audits Amid Changing Immigration Policies
Employers Urged to Prepare for Surge in I-9 Audits Amid Changing Immigration Policies As new regulations take effect, businesses face the risk of costly penalties for I-9 compliance failures; experts advise proactive audits and training to avoid issues. The new...
HR Wisdom From Hollywood Drama
HR Wisdom From Hollywood Drama What Managers Can Learn from the Blake Lively/Justin Baldoni Legal Case The entertainment world does not often intersect with HR, but late last month it did just that, in a complaint filed by Hollywood star, Blake Lively, against former...
Minimum Wage Increases for 2025
Minimum Wage Increases for 2025 As the new year approaches, we want to remind you of the changes in the minimum wage rates. Statewide Minimum Wage. On January 1, 2025, the state minimum wage rate will increase from $16.00 to $16.50 per hour. There are 39 cities and...
Labor Law Updates for 2025
It's hard to believe that 2025 is just around the corner! The year ahead will bring a variety of changes to California employment laws, impacting your HR policies and company procedures. We know it's challenging to keep up with all of the new requirements while...
