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California’s New Equal Pay and Anti-Retaliation Protection Act (SB 497)

By Bay Area Employment Lawyers |

California continues to lead the nation in advancing employees’ rights with the introduction of the new Equal Pay and Anti-Retaliation Protection Act, SB 497. This groundbreaking legislation strengthens existing laws to ensure that all employees receive fair compensation regardless of gender, race, or ethnicity. Read on as we delve into the nuances of SB… Read More »

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New California Employment Laws for 2024

By Bay Area Employment Lawyers |

As we step into 2024, the California employment landscape is undergoing significant changes with the introduction of new laws designed to enhance worker protections and ensure equitable treatment across all sectors. We’ve already covered a couple of these laws in previous posts and will provide more detail on others in future posts later this… Read More »

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What Are My Rights as an Employee in California?

By Bay Area Employment Lawyers |

As an employee in California, you have rights. Dozens of federal, state, and in some places – like San Francisco – local laws, have been enacted to ensure you are treated fairly, paid for your work, and provided with a safe workplace. Understanding your rights is an important first step toward protecting and vindicating… Read More »

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New Law Comes in, Non-Compete Agreements Go out

By Bay Area Employment Lawyers |

A couple of months ago on this blog we reported on the recent passage of California Senate Bill 699, which amended the Business and Professions Code regarding covenants not to compete, also called non-compete agreements (see The Far-Reaching Impact of California’s SB 699 on Non-Compete Agreements, posted October 20, 2023). California has never much… Read More »

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New Sick Leave Laws for 2024

By Bay Area Employment Lawyers |

The state of California has always been at the forefront of employee rights, consistently making strides to ensure healthier, more balanced work environments. A significant update for 2024 has been made to the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act, a cornerstone of California’s sick leave employment laws. These amendments mark a pivotal shift in how… Read More »

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The Far-Reaching Impact of California’s SB 699 on Non-Compete Agreements

By Bay Area Employment Lawyers |

California has long been a state that values employee mobility and innovation. The Golden State’s stance against non-compete agreements is well-known, thanks to California Business and Professions Code section 16600. However, a new bill, SB 699, has recently been signed into law, extending the state’s reach on this matter. Read on to learn more… Read More »

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California Vacation Laws Explained

By Bay Area Employment Lawyers |

Vacations are a critical part of maintaining that all-important work-life balance. Employers are wise to recognize the role vacation days can play in preventing employee burnout and maintaining productivity. However, there is no specific law in California requiring employers to grant any vacation time – paid or unpaid – to their workers. That said,… Read More »

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Workplace Retaliation – What Are My Rights?

By Bay Area Employment Lawyers |

Your rights at work are paramount, and it’s essential to understand the laws in place to protect you from discrimination and unfair treatment. A key weapon against discrimination is protection from retaliation in the workplace for exercising one’s rights. Read on to learn more about your rights as an employee to be free from… Read More »

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Examples of Age Discrimination

By Bay Area Employment Lawyers |

Age discrimination is an insidious issue that persists in today’s workplaces. Despite robust legal frameworks like the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), many older employees and job applicants continue to experience unfair treatment due to their age. Below we provide some examples of actions… Read More »

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Wrongful Termination & Implied Contracts in CA

By Bay Area Employment Lawyers |

Employers in California generally have the right to keep employees or let them go as they see fit. If an employee is protected by an employment agreement, then the employer must adhere to the terms of the agreement. But what happens if you’ve been with a company for ten years, with nothing but high… Read More »

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