Los Angeles Employment Lawyer Blog

As we step into 2025, California continues to lead the way in employment legislation, ensuring the protection and fair treatment of its diverse workforce. Here are some of the key changes to employment laws that employers and employees should be aware of: 1. Ending Subminimum Wages Starting January 2025, SB 639, originally enacted in 2021,…

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that can harm employees and businesses. As an employer in California, it is crucial to understand the laws surrounding sexual harassment and take proactive measures to prevent it. This blog post will provide a comprehensive guide on recognizing, reporting, and preventing sexual harassment in the California…

Unpaid overtime claims can be a significant concern for California employers. Failing to comply with state and federal wage and hour laws can result in costly litigation, penalties, and damage to a company’s reputation. To help employers navigate this complex area of employment law, we have compiled a list of common pitfalls to avoid. By…

Employment discrimination is a serious issue that affects many individuals in the workplace. Discrimination can take many forms and can occur at any stage of the employment process. In this blog post, we will discuss the different types of employment discrimination and provide useful tips to help you identify and prevent discrimination in the workplace.…

If you have been wrongfully terminated from your job, it can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. You may feel angry, confused, and unsure of what to do next. However, it is important to take action and protect your rights. Here are some steps you can take if you were wrongfully terminated: 1. Understand Your…

After a brief lapse, California reinstated the Covid-19 supplement paid sick leave laws. The following is a summary of the 2022 version of the leave program: Who Is Covered by the Law: Amount of Leave Available: Required Compensation: Each hour of COVID-19 supplemental paid sick leave shall be compensated at a rate equal to the…

There are several small business loan programs and funding options that have been put in place by the SBA through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES ACT”) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Below is some information and links to additional resources. Paycheck Protection Program The Paycheck Protection Program provides loans for all…

The decision whether to classify a worker as an employee or an independent contractor can have a significant impact on both the worker and the business. As an employee, a worker is entitled to the protections of the labor laws, including payment of minimum wage and overtime, meal and rest breaks, paid sick leave, and…

In 2017 California enacted several amendments to Labor Code section 1197.5, which resulted in significant expansion of the California Equal Pay Act. While the old law prohibited wage disparity between employees of the opposite sex, under the new law, the protections have been expanded to prevent a wage disparity between employees who are of a…

New Minimum Wage Ordinances in the City of Los Angeles have increased the minimum wage for employees who work for an employer within the City limits for a minimum of two hours during any particular week. The new ordinances also require employers to provide employees with paid sick leave. Under the new ordinances, which first…