Can current employees get unemployment insurance benefits?  Can your reserve account be charged for an employee who was originally denied benefits - but gets (and loses) a new job?  Why are some employees who fail drug tests awarded UI benefits? These questions (and more) will be analyzed and answered, to help you control your unemployment […]

From hiring to firing (and everywhere in between) California employers must navigate a minefield of laws and regulations.  This informative seminar will discuss the Top 20 employment issues that generate the vast majority of litigation.  Topics that will be addressed include background checks, harassment, exempt status, overtime, time tracking, social media, performance management, termination, and […]

Does navigating the medical leave minefield make you sick?  From FMLA to CFRA to ADA, it is easy for employers to get tripped up when their employees get laid up.  This “nuts and bolts” seminar will review medical leaves of absence, outline employer obligations, and highlight the best ways to protect your business.  Topics discussed […]

On September 18, 2019, California enacted A.B. 5, a landmark law that radically changes the landscape of the state’s treatment of employees and independent contractors. David Blaine will provided a comprehensive overview of the new law to help companies learn how to navigate the sweeping changes that are coming with the passage of A.B. 5.

This past year was another busy year for both the legislature and the courts. Please join us for an informative seminar recapping the events that are most likely to impact California employers, including new laws, new regulations, new court decisions, and other significant items.Remember, ignorance of the law is no defense! Employers must familiarize themselves with […]

Join us as we map out the California Employer’s 2020 To Do List.  After an onslaught of new legislation and a barrage of caselaw, many California employers are overwhelmed with what to tackle first.  This informative session will summarize recent changes in the law in the form of a compliance checklist.  Learn what you need […]

In the event of coronavirus pandemic, employers will play a key role in protecting employees' health and safety as well as in limiting the impact on their business. Employers will likely experience employee absences, fears, and customer relations challenges. This session will address employer’s legal obligations and practical strategies for protecting employees while maintaining business […]

Join us to recap the latest employment-related COVID-19 headlines, highlight best practices moving forward, and answer the most common questions we are fielding from local businesses.  Attendees will have an opportunity to submit questions and receive real-time feedback.