As we wrap up 2024, here is a review of some of the changes to California employment law that will continue to affect employers in 2025.
Legislative Changes
Governor Signs Bill to Exempt Certain Businesses from Fast Food Minimum Wage
Expanded Information to Provide Regarding Workplace Injury
New Requirement for Labor Commissioner to Develop Whistleblower Posting for Employers
Assembly Bill 1034: Construction Industry PAGA Exemption Extended Until 2038
Senate Bill 988: Understanding the Freelance Worker Protection Act – What Employers Need to Know
Senate Bill 1100: New California Law Restricts Driver’s License Requirements in Job Postings
Assembly Bill 2123: Changes in Managing Employee Leave under Paid Family Leave
Assembly Bill 2499: California Amends Jury, Court, and Victim Time Off Provisions
Assembly Bill 1815: Amendments to The CROWN Act Signed by Governor Newsom
Senate Bill 1105: California Passes Expanded Use of Paid Sick Leave for Agricultural Employees
Assembly Bill 3234: New Requirements for Employers Conducting Social Compliance Audits
Case Law Changes
California Supreme Court Issues Opinion on “Hours Worked”
California Supreme Court Upholds Good Faith Belief Defense for Certain Wage Statement Penalties
California Supreme Court Upholds Proposition 22 as Constitutional
California Supreme Court Clarifies Discovery Limitations and Severability in Arbitration Agreements
California Supreme Court Holds Public Employers Exempt from Labor Code and PAGA
Prejudice Not Required: California Supreme Court Eases Standard for Waiving Arbitration Rights
Administrative Changes
Cal/OSHA Passes Indoor Heat Regulation
Jackson Lewis will continue to track changes that affect California employers in 2025. If you have questions about California workplace law compliance, contact a Jackson Lewis attorney to discuss.