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FMLA y la CFRA en California
En Atlas HR Staffing, creemos en empoderar a nuestros clientes y empleados con el conocimiento que necesitan para navegar de manera efectiva por las políticas laborales. Un tema importante que cada empleado y empleador debe comprender es la Ley de Licencia Médica y Familiar (FMLA), junto con la Ley de Derechos de Familia de California…
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At Atlas HR Staffing, we believe in empowering our clients and employees with the knowledge they need to navigate workplace policies effectively. One important topic that every employee and employer should understand is the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), along with California’s own California Family Rights Act (CFRA). These laws provide essential protections for…
Read MoreMandated Reporter Training
Mandated Reporter Training for HR Staff and Employees Working with Minors in California If you’re an HR professional or an employee working with minors in California, it’s important to know that you’re considered a mandated reporter under the law. This means that you are legally required to complete training on how to identify and report…
Read More2025 Labor Law Updates
Here are key labor law updates in California for 2025: Minimum Wage Increase: $16.50/hour for all employers; exempt employees must earn at least $68,640 annually. Paid Family Leave Changes: New laws prevent employers from requiring employees to use vacation time before receiving PFL benefits. Independent Contractors: Freelance contracts must be in writing, detailing terms, payment,…
Read More2025 Employer Updates
Hello and Happy New Year! Below is a summary of several employer updates to be aware of for 2025 in California: Minimum Wage: As of January 1, 2025, California’s minimum wage is $15.50 per hour for all employers, regardless of size. Some cities may have higher minimum wages, so be sure to check local ordinances.…
Read More2023 Employer Updates
Below is a summary of some employer updates to be aware of for 2023: CA’s minimum wage was increased on January 1st to $15.50 per hour. Small agricultural employers are required to pay overtime after 9 hours per day or 50 hours per week (for small Ag employers with 25 or fewer employees) The Cal-OSHA…
Read More2022 Employer Updates
Hello and Happy New Year! Below is a summary of several employer updates to be aware of for 2022: CA has extended the indoor mask mandate through February 15th. CA’s minimum wage was increased on January 1st to $14 per hour for small employers and $15 per hour for employers with 26 or…
Read More2021 Employer Updates Summary
January 2021 Summary of Employment Updates: COVID 19: AB 685 & Cal/OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/coronavirus/COVID19FAQs.html COVID-19 Positive Test Results/Potential Exposure Notice Obligations (AB 685) – Employers must notify all other employees who were on the premises of the worksite during the possible exposure period (including subcontracted or temp employees) of their potential exposure…
Read MoreEmployer Update: SB-1159 & COVID Reporting
Employer Update: As we enter the winter months and cases of COVID continue to rise, we would like to give everyone a quick reminder to be sure to familiarize yourselves with the requirements related to SB-1159 which applies to all employers with 5 or more employees in CA. The full description can be found on…
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