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How Long Is Maternity Leave in California?

In California, maternity leave laws are governed by both state and federal laws. California's Paid...
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Is My Employer Required to Provide a Disability Accommodation?

In California, employers are generally required to provide reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. This...
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Does My Employer Owe Me Overtime Pay?

In California, most non-exempt employees are entitled to receive overtime pay for all hours worked...
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How Do I Know if I’m Eligible for FMLA?

 FMLA stands for the Family and Medical Leave Act, a federal law in the United...
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California at-Will Employee

In California, most employees are considered "at-will" employees, which means that they can be terminated...
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Does California Mandate Employee Vaccinations?

Yes, as of September 2021, California has mandated COVID-19 vaccinations for certain groups of employees....
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Non-Competition Agreements: Are Non-Compete Agreements Valid?

 Non-competition agreements, also known as non-compete agreements or covenants not to compete, are generally unenforceable...
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Is a Former Employer’s Bad Reference Illegal?

 Under California law, employers are protected by qualified privilege when providing references for former employees....