James J. McDonald California Employment Law

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“It is often said that it is impossible for an employer to fully comply with all of California's employment laws. They are just too numerous and too complicated.” And so begins this comprehensive yet readable overview of the laws affecting employers in California. Written for HR professionals and business people, California Employment Law: An Employer's Guide is the essential resource for avoiding the many traps set for California employers. This valuable reference is updated to address new developments in 2018, including:•California's new “Ban the Box” law•New parental leave requirement for smaller employers•Prohibition on salary history inquiries•Prohibition on employer cooperation with immigration•authorities•Requirement that employees not be “on call” during•rest breaks•Requirement that employees be given one day's rest in•seven•New protections for transgender employees•Increased minimum wage•Increased pay thresholds for overtime exemptions•WARN Act coverage of brief furloughs