As a California business owner, you’ve likely spent the last few months of 2024 and the start of 2025 focused on growth strategies—boosting revenue, expanding operations, and setting goals for the year ahead. While these are crucial priorities, there’s one area you cannot afford to overlook: compliance with California’s latest employment laws. Every year, California […]
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Business Tips, Employee Handbook, Employment Law, Human Resources, Uncategorized
New California Employment Laws for 2025: 6 Critical Updates That Could Cost You Big 
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Dec
Dec
If you’re a small business owner in California, you’ve got a lot on your plate. Keeping your employees happy, complying with regulations, and running the day-to-day operations can be challenging enough without having to stay up-to-date with every change in employment law. But here’s the thing: California’s employment laws are changing dramatically on January 1, […]
Business Tips, Employment Law, Human Resources, Uncategorized
Top 7 HR Policies For your Employee Handbook That Will Strengthen Your Business in 2025
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Nov
Nov
As 2025 approaches, now is the right time to ensure your business is fully prepared to tackle the new year’s challenges. One of the most crucial steps you can take as a business owner is establishing or updating your HR policies in your employee handbook. These policies guide and bring clarity for your employees and […]
Employment Law, Human Resources, Paid Sick Leave, PTO, Uncategorized
Paid Sick Leave FAQs: What Every California Employer Needs to Know to Stay Compliant!
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Oct
Oct
Paid sick leave isn’t just an employee benefit—it’s a legal requirement in California, and the stakes are getting higher with new laws rolling out in 2024. If your business isn’t ready, you could be facing serious legal and financial consequences. Protecting your company starts with understanding exactly how these paid sick leave regulations impact you […]
Employment Law, Holiday, Human Resources, Legal Compliance, Pay Policies, Payroll
Crafting Clear Vacation and Holiday Pay Policies That Protect Your Business!
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Sep
Sep
As the holiday season rapidly approaches, ensuring your business has clear and effective vacation and pay policies is crucial. Without well-defined guidelines, you risk facing operational disruptions and potential legal challenges—issues no business owner wants during the busiest time of the year. Now is the ideal moment to review and refine these policies to safeguard […]
Business Tips, Employment Law, Hiring, Human Resources, Legal Compliance, Uncategorized
Protect Your Business BEFORE the Lawsuit: Perform an HR Audit on Your Business to Ensure Compliance with CA Employment Laws
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Aug
Aug
Running a business is no small feat. Between managing operations, growing your customer base, and keeping your team motivated, it’s easy for HR concerns to slip through the cracks. But here’s the harsh truth: ignoring your HR practices can lead to devastating consequences, from costly lawsuits to penalties that could cripple your business. You might […]
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Jan
Jan
At San Gabriel Valley Law, we serve all types of businesses and entrepreneurs in California and throughout the Country. We understand the challenges businesses face in this legal landscape, especially when it comes to HR and employee law. Our team of expert attorneys is here to support you. We can help you with anything related […]