Human Resources / Health and Safety

No Right to Intervene, Object to PAGA Settlement

It’s been a busy summer for California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). First, in July, California passed sweeping PAGA reform. Then, in August, the California...

CalChamber Urges Legislators to Vote ‘No’ on Job Killer Bill Restricting Employer Speech

A California Chamber of Commerce job killer bill that drastically restricts how businesses communicate with their employees on matters directly related to their company...

CalChamber PAGA Wage & Hour Compliance Toolkit Available Now

CalChamber's PAGA Wage and Hour Compliance Toolkit is now available for immediate download, offering businesses critical support to comply with the latest Private Attorneys...

Public Entities Not Liable for PAGA Penalties

The Private Attorneys’ General Act (PAGA) is continuing to make news as a decision from the California Supreme Court — amongst other holdings —...
The Workplace Podcast

A Look at California Workplace Violence Prevention Challenges, Lessons

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel Bianca Saad discusses with CalChamber Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and CalChamber Vice...

CalChamber Training Seminars to Help Supervisors Understand Key Responsibilities

Hiring and promoting employees as supervisors is a vital aspect of maintaining effective and efficient operations within organizations. Supervisors bring specialized knowledge to manage...

Job Killer Chilling Employer Speech Similar to Legislation Vetoed in Colorado, Overturned in Court

Legislation opposed by the California Chamber of Commerce as a job killer is nearly identical to a Colorado bill vetoed recently due to concerns...
The Workplace Podcast

How Remote Work Is Changing California’s Workforce

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and PPIC researchers Sarah Bohn and Hans Johnson discuss how remote...
Changes coming in 2025

Two 2025 Employment Poster Updates Already

For 2025, employers already have two updated posting requirements, as California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed two bills bringing changes to employers’ workers’ compensation...

California Supreme Court Upholds Proposition 22

After a lengthy legal challenge that began back in 2021, the California Supreme Court recently ruled that Proposition 22 is constitutional — a significant...
Homeless Camp

Governor Orders State Agencies to Clear Dangerous Homeless Camps

Yesterday, Governor Gavin Newsom ordered state agencies to act urgently to humanely remove homeless encampments from public spaces, prioritizing the most dangerous camps. His executive...
HR Boot Camp

HR Boot Camp Seminars to Explain Key Aspects of Employment Life Cycle

New to human resources or seeking a refresher? CalChamber employment law experts will explain key aspects of the employment life cycle in a two-part...

Indoor Heat Illness Prevention Rule in Effect Now

The state Office of Administrative Law (OAL) has approved the Cal/OSHA regulations to protect employees working indoors from heat illness. The regulations went into...
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Governor Signs CalChamber-Sponsored Family Leave Mediation Bill

Legislation sponsored by the California Chamber of Commerce to make permanent the small employer family leave mediation program has been signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. AB 2011...

Job Killer Bill Chilling Employer Speech Awaits Action in Assembly

A California Chamber of Commerce job killer bill that chills employer speech on certain matters, including unionization, awaits action in the Assembly Appropriations Committee. The...
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California Paid Family Leave Grants Up to $2K Available to Eligible Businesses

Small businesses in California that have at least one employee utilizing Paid Family Leave (PFL) on or after June 1, 2024 may be eligible...

CalChamber Webinar to Break Down New PAGA Reform Requirements

Next Thursday, July 18, CalChamber's employment law experts will explain in a live webinar the recent changes made to California’s Private Attorneys General Act...

CalChamber PAGA Wage & Hour Compliance Toolkit on Sale Now

To help businesses comply with the newly enacted Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) reform legislation, the California Chamber of Commerce has put together a...

U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Chevron: What It Means for Employers

On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Chevron, USA Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, a case that, for nearly four decades, mandated...
The Workplace Podcast

PAGA Reform Explained: Key Takeaways for Employers

In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior...