California law mandates a wide range of employee leave protections beyond CFRA and Paid Sick Leave. This guide covers key miscellaneous leaves — including jury duty, military, voting, bereavement, and more — helping employers stay compliant and informed.

California’s new marijuana law limits how employers can address off-duty cannabis use. As of 2024, testing for past marijuana use is no longer a lawful basis for employment decisions. Employers can still act on actual on-the-job impairment, but policies must be updated to reflect the new legal standards.

The NLRA applies to nearly all private-sector employers, not just unionized ones. Employees have the right to engage in “protected concerted activity,” including discussing pay, safety, and workplace conditions. Learn how recent NLRB rulings, like Stericycle, affect employer policies and compliance.

California’s wage and hour laws are stricter than federal standards when it comes to travel and compensable work time. Employers must pay for nearly all time employees are under their control, including travel, waiting, and on-call time. Learn how to stay compliant and avoid costly claims.

California’s wage and hour laws go far beyond federal requirements. From minimum wage to complex overtime calculations and local ordinances, this guide helps employers understand and comply with the rules to avoid costly penalties and legal exposure.

California employers must navigate strict privacy protections when implementing workplace drug testing. While pre-employment testing is generally allowed, random testing is mostly prohibited, and marijuana use is protected. Learn the legal limits, best practices, and how to maintain a compliant drug testing policy.