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New Guidelines Released on Workplace Violence Prevention

On 14 March 2024

Blog by Sahara Pines, Esq., Partner at Fox Rothschild, LLP Nearly all employers in the state of California must prepare a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (“WVPP” or “Plan”) by July 1, 2024 and Cal/OSHA just...

Leave of Absence

On 13 March 2024

Blog by HRWatchdog – Sharon Novak, Employment Law Expert, Cal Chamber We have an employee who is currently on California Family Rights Act (CFRA) leave. She will exhaust this leave in one week. She has asked for...

Voting Requirements for Employers

On 28 February 2024

By HRWatchdog – CalChamber All employers, regardless of size, must display a poster describing voting leave requirements at least 10 days before every statewide election, which is included in CalChamber’s...

Referral Partner Highlight – Yah Pisutpongpan ~ Piria, LLC (Software Development)

On 19 February 2024

It is my great pleasure to highlight Mr. Yah Pisutpongpan, CEO/CTO of Piria LLC. I have worked with Yah for a number of years and have found his service absolutely excellent. He is quick to answer and his expertise...

Daylight Savings Time is Coming Up ~ Your Attendance Policy Still Applies!

On 19 February 2024

Spring ahead! Change your clocks for Daylight Savings Time on March 10th, 2024! Changing our clocks to an hour ahead means we lose an hour of sleep. This can often be a difficult event for many employers, as it results...

2024 Hospitality Industry ARIZONA Benefits & Compensation Survey

On 19 February 2024

We are thrilled to announce that a total of thirty-one (31) properties participated this year in the 2024 ARIZONA Annual Benefits & Compensation Survey. The survey represents 11,401 guest rooms, and 13,308...

DOL Issues New Independent Contractor Rule

On 30 January 2024

Blog by HRWatchdog On January 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published a final rule impacting the classification of workers as either independent contractors or employees. Effective March 11, 2024, this...

2024 Hospitality Industry Southern California Benefits & Compensation Survey

On 29 January 2024

We are excited to report that a total of 77 hotels participated in this years’ Southern California Benefits & Compensation survey, representing 29,201 guest rooms, and 32,029 employees. The results are broken down...

How to Conduct an Interview

On 16 January 2024

Even via Zoom, sound interviewing techniques can keep you out of trouble. Know what to ask, and what not to ask during the interviewing process. Being prepared and organized is extremely important when it comes to...

Referral Partner Highlight – EXPERT EFFECT

On 10 January 2024

I have had the honor of knowing Mr. Clark Souers for over two decades! Moreover, ECG has partnered with Clark since its inception in 2003. We are thrilled that his company “EXPERT EFFECT” is highlighted on our...