Can I require a doctor’s note after an employee has been out sick for three consecutive days? The answer to this question depends on whether the employee is using paid sick leave when they are out. California’s mandatory paid sick leave (PSL) law, the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act, requires employers to provide sick leave […] The post Doctor’s Note Not a Requirement for Using Paid Sick Leave appeared first on CalChamber Alert.| CalChamber Alert
We had a physical fight break out between two employees. Does this type of situation trigger workplace violence rules and requirements? The short answer is: Yes. Workplace violence definitions include acts or threats of physical violence, including acts between employees. Employers are required to provide a safe workplace and to take steps to minimize the […] The post Fight without Witnesses Triggers Workplace Violence Prevention Rule appeared first on CalChamber Alert.| CalChamber Alert
We are a nonprofit organization, and have an on-site library staffed by volunteers. We want to invite youth/minors to volunteer for these roles as well. What do we need to consider to use volunteers for these roles? What documentation should we provide or have them sign? Volunteers In general, in a for-profit organization, the people […] The post Who Is a Volunteer? Best Practices for Adult and Minor Volunteers appeared first on CalChamber Alert.| CalChamber Alert
One of our employees is continually short on their cash drawer. Can we deduct the shortage from the employee’s tips if the employee agrees to the deduction?| CalChamber Alert
Can our new hires sign one-time blanket meal break waivers, or does the employee need to sign a written waiver each time he or she waives a meal break?| CalChamber Alert
We received a Notice of Inspection from the federal government requesting documents related to our Form I-9s and other business documents. How do we respond to this notice?| CalChamber Alert
I recently hired a transgender employee. Some employees have told me that using pronouns which don’t align with someone’s biological sex goes against their religious beliefs, while others expressed discomfort with this employee using the restroom that matches their gender identity. I want to respect everyone’s beliefs. How should I handle this?| CalChamber Alert
We terminated an employee, and she has filed a claim for unemployment benefits. We want to fight her claim because she was fired for falsifying accounting records, a violation of company policy. Can you please explain the type of “misconduct” that will result in a denial of unemployment benefits?| CalChamber Alert
Last week my company (which operates 24 hours a day) had several employees call out sick at the last minute. As a result, we had to require one of our employees to work two consecutive shifts, back-to-back. The employee worked from 4 p.m., Thursday afternoon until 8 a.m., Friday morning. I need to understand what our overtime requirements are in this situation.| CalChamber Alert
We have more than one employee who have requested extensions of their family leave (for various reasons). Do we have to grant these extensions, or can we terminate their employment?| CalChamber Alert
In 2025, we would like to pay all our employees by direct deposit. We have a couple of employees who do not have direct deposit, and it can be challenging to get their paychecks to them on time. Can we require every employee to enroll in direct deposit?| CalChamber Alert
During a recent heat wave, several employees showed up for work with visible tattoos, strappy tops, and flip-flop shoes. This is all in violation of our dress code. Can we enforce it even when the weather is hot?| CalChamber Alert
We would like to make our information technology (IT) manager an exempt employee. May we use the computer professional exemption for this purpose?| CalChamber Alert