Mid-Year California Minimum Wage Updates Are Almost Here
Many cities & counties in CA will see minimum wage updates soon, and a few will implement industry-specific minimum wage increases. Employers must pay these new wages for hours worked…
Are you updating your workplace’s required Labor Law Posters regularly?
Federal, state, and local agencies require labor law postings to be displayed at work locations. Those respective agencies provide sample postings free of charge online so employers can download and…
2025 Mileage Reimbursement Rates Are Here
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently announced the updated optional standard mileage reimbursement rates for 2025. The standard mileage rate is now $0.70 cents per mile, an increase of $0.03…
Federal Unemployment Tax Credits Reduced for California Employers Retroactively for 2024
Along with New York and the U.S. Virgin Islands, California is facing a reduction in Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) credit for 2024, which means employers in California pay higher…
New California Minimum Wages Coming in 2025
January 01, 2025 marks a new year, and another update in minimum wages for California. New increased minimum wage requirements will take effect on January 1, 2025, for the state…
Federal Court Shuts Down DOL’s Rule to Raise White Collar Exemption Thresholds
On November 15, 2024, a Texas federal court overturned the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) rule that would have raised salary minimums for most employees exempt from overtime and minimum…
Long-Delayed CA Healthcare Minimum Wage Increase Arriving October 16, 2024
On October 16, 2024, many healthcare workers in California will begin receiving minimum wage increases, starting between $18 and $23 per hour, depending on their facility type. This increase will…
How Is Your Company Communicating Labor Law Postings to Remote Employees?
What Are Labor Law Postings/Posters? Every employer should be familiar with labor law posting requirements. Postings are required Federal, State, or local regulations regarding employee rights under their employer. Various…
California’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase in 2025
California’s Department of Finance certified a minimum wage increase from $16 per hour to $16.50 per hour, beginning January 1, 2025. This determination will apply to most California employers regardless…
Cal/OSHA Has Approved Its California Indoor Heat Illness Rule: Here’s What It Means for CA Employers
The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) approved a long-awaited indoor heat-illness standard on June 20, 2024. Before going live, the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) will have…