As an employee, the last thing you may be expecting is a pay cut. Nonetheless, wages can be reduced. Typically, wage reductions happen when a company is struggling financially or an employee has agreed to take on a new position that involves fewer responsibilities. ...
Protecting The Rights Of Workers
Throughout California
Month: June 2024
California says no to non-compete agreements
Following a landmark decision, California employees recently gained significant new protections. The state’s Business and Professions Code (BP) Section 16600.1 was updated to disallow non-compete agreements in employment. Employers were given up to the 14th of...
California after-hours work emails: Are you owed compensation?
If you’re an employee in today’s hyper-connected world, you know that the boundaries between your work and personal life can easily fade. If you’re an employee whose employer expects you to be constantly available, you may wonder if you’re owed compensation for...
Can your employer call you during your break?
California employment laws give you a lot of protection as an employee. Yet, if you do not understand them, your employer may well take advantage. One area of employment that features clear rules and regulations involves rest breaks and meal breaks. One way that some...