California continues to be the testing ground for the future of gig work in America. With AB 5 and Proposition 22 still shaping how companies classify workers, upcoming court decisions and legislative proposals could again change the rights and responsibilities …
California continues to lead the nation in worker protections, and its new minimum wage law is a major win for employees in 2025. The statewide minimum wage has increased, but employees should note that some cities and counties in California …
As of January 1, 2024, California law requires employers to provide a minimum of 40 hours (5
days) of paid sick leave per year to their employees. This expansion from the previous 24 hours
aims to support workers’ health and …
On January 1, 2025, California’s SB 399—the Worker Freedom from Employer
Intimidation Act—goes into effect. This landmark law prohibits employers from forcing
employees to attend workplace meetings where the employer shares opinions on
political or religious matters, including unionization efforts.…
California employers are entering a new era of regulatory oversight with the introduction of groundbreaking AI surveillance limits in the workplace. Under proposed laws like AB 1221 and AB 1331, California would become the first state to restrict AI‑powered employee …
California continues to strengthen workplace protections for employees facing personal crises,
abuse, or family responsibilities. Two new laws—AB 2499 and AB 2123—expand employee
rights, ensure job protection, and reinforce the state’s commitment to fair and compassionate
labor practices.
AB 2499 …
Starting January 1, 2025, California raised its statewide minimum wage to $16.50 an hour—but that’s just the beginning. If you’re a fast-food worker, you should now be earning at least $20 an hour. And if you’re classified as an exempt …
If you are a worker in California and believe you’ve been denied rightful overtime pay, you
have the legal right to file a claim and seek compensation. California labor laws are
some of the strongest in the nation, offering significant …
California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) provides a unique opportunity for
employees to hold employers accountable for labor law violations. PAGA allows
individual employees, known as PAGA plaintiffs, to file lawsuits on behalf of the state to
enforce labor laws, …
Whistleblower protections are vital for fostering transparency and accountability in the
workplace. In California, employees who report unlawful activities, unsafe conditions, or
unethical practices are legally protected from retaliation. These protections allow
employees to speak out without fear of losing …
