Author Archives for Craig Ahlswede

Expanding Protections Under the Fair Employment and Housing Act: California’s SB 700

July 29, 2024 6:38 pm Published by Craig Ahlswede Comments Off on Expanding Protections Under the Fair Employment and Housing Act: California’s SB 700

California's SB700, effective January 1, 2024, marks a crucial update to the Fair Employment and Housing Act, prohibiting discrimination based on off-the-job cannabis use. Explore the key changes and implications for employers and employees.

California’s SB 699 and AB 1076: Nondisclosure Agreements and Protecting Intellectual Property

June 27, 2024 8:23 pm Published by Craig Ahlswede Comments Off on California’s SB 699 and AB 1076: Nondisclosure Agreements and Protecting Intellectual Property

Explore how California's SB 699 and the replacement of AB 1076 with new nondisclosure agreements aim to protect intellectual property and address noncompete agreements.

California’s Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (SB 553): What Employers Need to Know

May 31, 2024 4:25 pm Published by Craig Ahlswede Comments Off on California’s Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (SB 553): What Employers Need to Know

California's Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (SB 553) is set to take effect soon. Learn about its requirements, implications for employers, and strategies for effective implementation.

Health Care Workers’ Minimum Wages to Change Effective June 1, 2024 –  What Do You Need to Know?

May 8, 2024 8:03 pm Published by Craig Ahlswede Comments Off on Health Care Workers’ Minimum Wages to Change Effective June 1, 2024 –  What Do You Need to Know?

California Healthcare Wage Update: Starting June 1, 2024, SB 525 raises minimum wages for healthcare workers, impacting a wide range of roles. Adjustments vary by facility size, with larger hospitals seeing bigger initial increases. Key exclusions apply. Stay informed.

Shielding Your Payroll from Digital Pickpockets: A Business Owner’s Guide to Preventing Direct Deposit Fraud

April 2, 2024 5:36 pm Published by Craig Ahlswede Comments Off on Shielding Your Payroll from Digital Pickpockets: A Business Owner’s Guide to Preventing Direct Deposit Fraud

Guard Against Payroll Fraud: Educate staff, verify changes, and partner with banks to protect your payroll from direct deposit scams. Quick action is key to mitigating loss. Stay vigilant.

Squaring Up With the Corporate Transparency Act

February 23, 2024 10:06 pm Published by Craig Ahlswede Comments Off on Squaring Up With the Corporate Transparency Act

The Corporate Transparency Act mandates a powerful new level of disclosure intended to disrupt crimes such as corruption, fraud, and drug trafficking. Here's what you need to know.