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The Problem with Floating Holidays in California
A “floating holiday” is usually a paid day off that employees may use for any purpose and whenever they choose (sometimes the use period is constrained, but if that period is longer than just a few days, it does not change the legal calculus). Because the employee...
Why Every California Employer Needs a Written AI Policy
Employers of all sizes should have a written AI policy. Even small businesses are using AI, even if they do not know they are, through chat tools, scheduling software, applicant screening platforms, productivity tools, customer service systems, and vendor products....
SB 294 Compliance: How to Collect Employee Emergency Contact Designations in Writing
SB294 was passed by the California legislature and signed by the Governor in October 2025. This law is known as the Workplace Know Your Rights Act. The law requires employers to allow employees to designate an emergency contact by March 30, 2026. There is no...
SB 294 Know Your Rights Notice: Annual Distribution Required Beginning February 1, 2026
SB294 was passed by the California legislature and signed by the Governor in October 2025. This law is known as the Workplace Know Your Rights Act. The law requires CA employers to provide a stand-alone written notice to each new and existing CA employee on or...