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CA Extends Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL)

AB 152, signed into law by Governor Newsom, extends Supplemental Paid Sick Leave requirements through the end of 2022.

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People Shouldn’t Work Sick—End of Story

Sick people shouldn't try to work, and their supervisors shouldn't allow them to.

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New CA Bills on COVID-19 Leave Add Controversy

Two controversial bills passed the California Assembly on Monday—AB 84 and SB 95, and at the heart of each is, yet again, COVID-19 leave.

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More PPP Changes Coming Soon (Again)

Here come more changes to the Paycheck Protection Plan (PPP), with more eligibility and fewer restrictions highlighting the update.

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Cal/OSHA Changes and How CalChamber is Responding

CalChamber has requested a review of the sweeping Cal/OSHA changes with its new Emergency Temporary Standards.

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New COVID Laws for 2021: Cal/OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards

New COVID laws are plentiful for 2021, including Cal/OSHA's requirement of Emergency Temporary Standards.

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New COVID Laws for 2021: What is Senate Bill 1159?

California has passed several laws regarding COVID-19 since September, all of which will be effective by January 1, 2021. This article examines Senate Bill (SB) 1159.

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New COVID Laws for 2021: What is AB 685?

California has passed several laws regarding COVID-19 since September, all of which will be effective by January 1, 2021. First up: AB 685.

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Leave of Absence: What’s Changing in 2021

Leave of absence is one of the biggest issues for employers during the pandemic, and there are new rules in place for 2021.

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COVID Stigma: Fight Stereotypes, Create a Caring Workplace

Recovering from COVID-19 is not easy. Dealing with COVID stigma makes it even harder. The difficulty in supporting an employee... View Article