Vee Sotelo, Partner, SBEMP Attorneys
California’s 2026 slate of employment law changes brings higher statewide wages, new disclosure and reporting rules, fresh notice and recordkeeping duties, targeted industry changes, and agency guidance that tightens how employers use AI and handle immigration...
Most employers with indoor workplaces that reach 82 degrees or higher are now required to have a written Indoor Heat Illness Prevention Plan (“HIPP”). In late June, Cal/OSHA adopted the Heat Illness Prevention in Indoor Places of Employment standard. This new standard...
Since its enactment in 2004, California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) has been a significant challenge for employers, often resulting in costly and burdensome litigation. Before July 1 this year, PAGA allowed employees to collect civil penalties for...
SBEMP Attorneys, a leading law firm specializing in employment law in California, has unveiled The California Employers Survival Guide – 2024 Edition. Recognizing the challenging and dynamic nature of California’s employment laws, SBEMP Attorneys has published...
There are several new labor & employment laws that have taken effect as of January 1 this year. It’s always important to be aware of how such changes may impact your organization. Here are the highlights: SB 1383 – This bill represents a significant change...