California lawmakers continue to tweak the state's employment laws, and the latest change comes in the form of Assembly Bill 2123 (AB 2123). This amendment to the Paid Family Leave (PFL) program removes a long-standing provision that allowed employers to require employees to use vacation time before accessing Read More

                  California employment laws are constantly changing, and AB 2299 is one of the latest additions to the ever-growing list of compliance obligations. This new law, signed by Governor Newsom in July 2024, introduces stricter whistleblower protection measures. Specifically, it requires all employers to post a state-issued notice Read More

                      For many business owners, requiring a driver’s license has always been standard practice in job postings. But California’s new law, SB 1100, changes that. Signed by Governor Newsom on September 28, 2024, this law makes it illegal to demand a driver’s license in job listings unless driving is truly necessary Read More

                      California has added another law to the books that impacts small business owners: the Freelance Worker Protection Act (FWPA). Signed into law on September 28, 2024, this legislation reshapes how businesses work with independent contractors, adding new requirements that can’t be ignored. If your business Read More

                    California’s SB 399 was signed into law on September 27, 2024. Also known as the "captive meetings" ban, SB 399 prohibits mandatory meetings where employers share opinions about religious, political, or union-related matters. Here’s what you need to know and how to stay ahead. What Exactly Does SB 399 Ban? SB 399 Read More

                    Selling a business is one of the most consequential steps a small business owner can take. It’s a culmination of years of hard work, ambition, and strategic decisions. Yet, many mergers and acquisitions (M&A) fail to close, often leaving the seller without the anticipated payout. For small and medium-sized business Read More

                      Imagine this: you're a subcontractor who’s just finished a big job on a construction project. The contractor, a guy you’ve worked with before, shakes your hand and says, “I’ll get you paid soon. You’ve got my word.” Weeks go by. Then months. The payment doesn’t come. Frustrated, you call an attorney. Their Read More

                      California continues to lead the nation in workplace regulations, and SB 1137 is the latest addition to its anti-discrimination laws. Signed into law on September 27, 2024, SB 1137 incorporates the concept of intersectionality into the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). This change expands the Read More

                        A Letter of Intent (LOI) or Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) often marks the first step in formalizing a business deal. Whether you're navigating a merger, a partnership, or a purchase, these documents set the stage for negotiations. But here's where things can get tricky: does sending one lock you Read More

California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) has long been a point of contention for employers across the state. The law empowers employees to file lawsuits on behalf of themselves and others for labor code violations, often leading to costly litigation for businesses. In July 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a set of reforms into law—Assembly Bill 2288 (AB 2288) and Senate Bill 92 (SB 92)—designed to address Read More