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Happy New Year ~ We have Launched!

On 28 December 2021

Happy New Year! May 2022 bring you health, happiness and prosperity! We are thrilled to announce that our new website has been launched, as your new HR & Hospitality Referral Platform! Our Mission Statement:...

Changes to the California Family Rights Act

On 22 December 2021

As you probably know, last year SB1383 expanded CFRA to cover employers with five or more employees and broaden the definition of family members. This new law, AB1033 fixes an oversight of SB1383, clarifying that in...

Criminal Charges for Employers who Intentionally Incorrectly Pay their Employees!

On 22 December 2021

Starting 1/1/2022, employers will face “Criminal Charges” (according to AB1003), when they intentionally deprive their employees of wages, benefits, gratuities or any other compensation due. This “Grand Theft”...

Hospitality Employees Eligible for “Recall Rights” through 2024, if Laid Off due to Covid-19

On 22 December 2021

Yes – You heard correctly. SB93 that became effective April 16, 2021, requires some hospitality employers who are hiring for “open positions” to first make written job offers to “Qualified” employees who...

Legal Posters & Distribution

On 22 December 2021

As you all know, your company is required to post legal notices in your workplace. A great place to purchase those posters is HR California...

Partner Highlight – Heartland Systems

On 22 December 2021

When your business changes, so do your payroll needs. With Heartland Payroll, you are provided with a dedicated, U.S. based specialist who knows you and your business by name. You gain on-demand access to HR...

Happy Holidays from ECG

On 20 December 2021

From our family to yours, wishing you our very best for a wonderful holiday season, filled with joy, love and happiness. Executive HR Consulting...

OSHA Covid-19 Update – December, 2021

On 19 December 2021

On December 16, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board readopted the Cal/OSHA Covid-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS) for the second time. This takes effect on January 14, 2022, and...

2022 New Labor Law Developments for California Employers

On 10 December 2021

As shared with us by the law firm of Folger Levin, here are the new labor law developments for 2022. Make sure you select the right Human Resources Consultant from our referral platform, to remain in full compliance....

Minimum Wage Increase – Effective January 1, 2022

On 8 December 2021

Be Prepared – Minimum Wage Increases Effective January 1, 2022 As shared with us by HR Watchdog California: Effective January 1, 2022, the minimum wage rate for employers with 26 or more employees will increase...