Law Office of Joel D. Peterson

10/01/2014

NEW CALIFORNIA LAW - SMALL BUSINESS ALERT!!
Paid Sick Leave:

California will be the second state in the U.S. to mandate paid sick leave for many employees. The “Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014”, goes into effect July 1, 2015, and requires California employers to provide at least three days of paid sick leave each year. This benefit will accrue at a rate of one hour of leave for every 30 hours worked.

05/10/2013

YOU'RE FIRED!

Whether you are a small or large business, it pays to follow some simple steps when executing employment terminations.

Of course, besides reviewing the termination with your friendly employment lawyer, here is a quick checklist of some things to keep in mind and an article on the topic:

1. Give notice to the employee that it is an action for termination.

2. List reasons for the action ("be specific, but not too specific").

3. List prior warnings: Give dates and subject matter.

4. Tell employee of the benefits that he is entitled to.

5. Tell employee whether there was a review of the decision.

6. Be specific about the date of the worker's last day.

7. Mention the exit interview: Give time, place, and date.

Tip sheet of the day: The dos and don'ts of firing people.

02/07/2013

Sometimes small businesses are subject to employment laws they aren't even aware of. If you have any questions or need assistance, give us a call!

Even small businesses may find themselves subject to employment laws designed to cover big firms. So know the law.

07/23/2012

In light of the recent Colorado shooting, many people are discussing gun control and gun safety issues. Regardless of what side of the political fence you land...have you thought about the safety of your workplace?

Do you think a strict weapons policy will keep you safer at work? Many employers need a well written weapons policy before some insurance companies will even insure them.

If you want to address this issue at your business, give our office a call.

http://www.nfib.com/business-resources/business-resources-item?cmsid=44639

NFIB, a small business association, provides discounts, research, online forums, networking, state and federal lobbying for small businesses across the US.

07/13/2012

Overtime, lunch breaks, minimum wages, work from home, "comp time"...Wage & Hour laws are really complex... this article gives you a few of the areas where your business or employer may be at risk. If you need to know more, give our office a call.

Chances are, you lack the expertise and tools to navigate the intricate details. Here's how your business might be at risk.

07/11/2012

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