Earlier this year, we advised employers that the Bay Area Commuter Benefits Program (“CBP”) was going into effect, beginning September 30, 2014. (Govt. Code §65081.) This post provides additional information on the requirements and implementation.
As a reminder, the CBP is now mandatory for any public, private, or non-profit entity employing an average of 50…
Supervisors are an employer’s first line of defense against claims and lawsuits. A well-trained supervisor can lower an employer’s risk of being involved in litigation and set the stage for the successful defense of claims that do arise. In addition, a well-trained supervisor is critical to creating and promoting a happy, productive work environment for…
On November 4, 2014, Oakland voters passed measure FF. This measure establishes a minimum wage in the City of Oakland to $12.25 per hour beginning March 2, 2015. This brings Oakland’s minimum wage increase in line with San Francisco’s minimum wage, which also increases to $12.25 effective May 1, 2015. Proposition FF also requires that…
The Labor and Employment Law group is proud to announce the addition of Vida L. Thomas to our team. An AV-rated attorney who has practiced employment law for over 20 years, Vida has recently joined Weintraub Tobin as Of Counsel and will head up the Firm’s workplace investigations unit. She began her career at Kronick…
Summary of Program
Federal and state OSHA laws protect California workers from unsafe working conditions. However, the federal and state statutes and regulations are complex and can be difficult to understand. This seminar is designed to remove some of the mystery from federal and state OSHA requirements and assist you in your compliance.
Program Highlights…
