Ban the Box Laws
Found a great candidate ... with a blemish on their criminal record. Giving them a lifeline is the right thing to do, and the law. Both California’s statewide law, and…
Salary History – Just Say No
So, how much do you want? Well, how much is the job? Well, how much do you want? Age old questions when you are sitting across from a candidate. You…
But Wait – I Only Have 3 Employees!
Yes there are minimums – but the numbers might surprise you. General rule of thumb: an employer of one is the same as an employer of many. Yes, there…
Transgender Regulations
07/01/2017 New regulations address protections related to gender identity The California Office of Administrative Law just approved new regulations which expand existing protections under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act…
Summer Internships
Summer Internships -- And The Living Is Easy, Or Is It? It’s that time of year again! Our thoughts are turning to the outdoors, shorts, flip flops, long lazy days,…
Finding the Right Person
The Best Interview Questions to Ask, and More. Recently a new client came to me and said, “We‘re scaling, fast, and I hate interviewing. I don’t know the right interview…
Employment Insurance
All employers (no matter how small) are required to maintain this coverage for all employees. The cost of employees extends beyond salary. There are a number of insurance plans…
Employment Status
Employment status is the single greatest area of exposure for employers Independent contractor, temp, regular employee, full time, part time – what does it all mean, and when do I…
California Overtime
When does overtime kick in, what about lunches and breaks?. Determining when an employee is eligible for overtime in California can be a complex process. However, once you know they…