The Workplace: a Podcast by CalChamber https://theworkplace.podbean.com Expert and entertaining commentary on issues critical to California employers and employees: employment laws, legislative proposals, national/state politics. Commentary on the podcast should not be considered as legal advice. Fri, 15 May 2026 10:02:49 -0700 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Business 1440 episodic Expert and entertaining commentary on issues critical to California employers and employees: employment laws, legislative proposals, national/state politics. Commentary on the podcast should not be considered as legal advice. CalChamber CalChamber No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/4553029/TheWorkplacePodcastLogo_6ajapz.png The Workplace: a Podcast by CalChamber https://theworkplace.podbean.com 144 144 Episode 243 - Navigating the Murky Waters of Employee Arrests Episode 243 - Navigating the Murky Waters of Employee Arrests https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-243-navigating-the-murky-waters-of-employee-arrests/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-243-navigating-the-murky-waters-of-employee-arrests/#comments Fri, 15 May 2026 10:02:49 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/b9e9524c-6331-3b11-af26-73400c5816b1 Tune in as CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts and CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad discuss these issues and more on the latest episode of The Workplace podcast.

]]> Tune in as CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts and CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad discuss these issues and more on the latest episode of The Workplace podcast.

]]> CalChamber false No 612 246 full Episode 241: Workplace Violence Prevention Standards: Correcting Misconceptions Episode 241: Workplace Violence Prevention Standards: Correcting Misconceptions https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/workplace-violence-prevention-standards-correcting-misconceptions/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/workplace-violence-prevention-standards-correcting-misconceptions/#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:18:14 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/71e8c884-b9a1-38d9-895e-d078766777de In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts and CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad explore how California employers can navigate drug and alcohol issues in the workplace amid evolving legal standards.

 

Read more at Navigating Drug Testing, Substance Use in Today’s Workplace - Advocacy - California Chamber of Commerce .

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts and CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad explore how California employers can navigate drug and alcohol issues in the workplace amid evolving legal standards.

 

Read more at Navigating Drug Testing, Substance Use in Today’s Workplace - Advocacy - California Chamber of Commerce .

]]> CalChamber false No 863 244 full Episode 242 - Navigating Drug Testing, Substance Use in Today’s Workplace Episode 242 - Navigating Drug Testing, Substance Use in Today’s Workplace https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-242-navigating-drug-testing-substance-use-in-today-s-workplace/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-242-navigating-drug-testing-substance-use-in-today-s-workplace/#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:17:58 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/1ee01812-b3a8-39cd-b704-bcbd4c6518ca In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts and CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad explore how California employers can navigate drug and alcohol issues in the workplace amid evolving legal standards.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts and CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad explore how California employers can navigate drug and alcohol issues in the workplace amid evolving legal standards.

]]> CalChamber false No 781 245 full Episode 240 - What to Consider When Terminating an Employee in California Episode 240 - What to Consider When Terminating an Employee in California https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/what-to-consider-when-terminating-an-employee-in-california/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/what-to-consider-when-terminating-an-employee-in-california/#comments Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:02:49 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/8b051b34-f4c8-30c4-9020-164e624b1998 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts, CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Employment Law Counsel Vanessa Greene walk through the analysis required when employers choose to let someone go or reorganize their workforce.  

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts, CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Employment Law Counsel Vanessa Greene walk through the analysis required when employers choose to let someone go or reorganize their workforce.  

]]> CalChamber false No 725 243 full Episode 239 - Frequent Employer Questions About California’s Paid Sick Leave Episode 239 - Frequent Employer Questions About California’s Paid Sick Leave https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/frequent-employer-questions-about-california-s-paid-sick-leave/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/frequent-employer-questions-about-california-s-paid-sick-leave/#comments Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:26:24 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/d2fe3e64-08a5-310e-9016-2499df659eb0 In Episode 239 of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts, CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad, and CalChamber Employment Law Counsel Vanessa Greene help guide employers through managing paid sick leave and applying its legal requirements to their everyday operations and policies.

 

Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2026/03/12/frequent-employer-questions-about-californias-paid-sick-leave/ .

]]> In Episode 239 of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts, CalChamber General Counsel for Labor and Employment Bianca Saad, and CalChamber Employment Law Counsel Vanessa Greene help guide employers through managing paid sick leave and applying its legal requirements to their everyday operations and policies.

 

Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2026/03/12/frequent-employer-questions-about-californias-paid-sick-leave/ .

]]> CalChamber false No 666 242 full Episode 238 - What Employers Should Know About Wearable Technologies in Their Workplace Episode 238 - What Employers Should Know About Wearable Technologies in Their Workplace https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-238/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-238/#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:18:31 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/114897ff-5351-3694-b083-8562ac046ff9 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, Matthew Roberts, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment, welcomes CalChamber Employment Law Expert Sharon Novak for a timely conversation on wearable technology in the workplace. What begins with a seemingly simple scenario — an employee shows up to work wearing prescription smart glasses — quickly opens the door to complex issues around privacy, recording, disability accommodation and policy gaps many employers don’t realize they have yet.

Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2026/02/05/what-employers-should-know-about-wearable-technologies-in-the-workplace .

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, Matthew Roberts, CalChamber Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment, welcomes CalChamber Employment Law Expert Sharon Novak for a timely conversation on wearable technology in the workplace. What begins with a seemingly simple scenario — an employee shows up to work wearing prescription smart glasses — quickly opens the door to complex issues around privacy, recording, disability accommodation and policy gaps many employers don’t realize they have yet.

Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2026/02/05/what-employers-should-know-about-wearable-technologies-in-the-workplace .

]]> CalChamber false No 814 238 full Episode 237 - Employee Handbook: New Year Good Time to Audit/Update Policies Episode 237 - Employee Handbook: New Year Good Time to Audit/Update Policies https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-237-employee-handbook-new-year-good-time-to-auditupdate-policies/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-237-employee-handbook-new-year-good-time-to-auditupdate-policies/#comments Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:03:28 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/fd754510-cb2c-3f58-8dbb-ac64200c1daf In this episode of The Workplace podcast, Matthew Roberts, Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment at the California Chamber of Commerce, is joined by CalChamber Employment Law Counsel Vanessa Greene to discuss why now is the best time to audit, update, and rethink your handbook strategy.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, Matthew Roberts, Associate General Counsel for Labor and Employment at the California Chamber of Commerce, is joined by CalChamber Employment Law Counsel Vanessa Greene to discuss why now is the best time to audit, update, and rethink your handbook strategy.

]]> CalChamber false No 771 241 full Episode 236 - Employers’ Obligations Under the Workplace Know Your Rights Act Episode 236 - Employers’ Obligations Under the Workplace Know Your Rights Act https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/employers-obligations-under-the-workplace-know-your-rights-act/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/employers-obligations-under-the-workplace-know-your-rights-act/#comments Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:25:51 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/fabd5b27-3178-3d7d-9a3f-e5fcb1b227e6 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel, Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts discuss a new employment law taking effect on January 1, 2026, that affects California employers — the Workplace Know Your Rights Act.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel, Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts discuss a new employment law taking effect on January 1, 2026, that affects California employers — the Workplace Know Your Rights Act.

]]> CalChamber false No 538 240 full Episode 235 - Practical Tips for New HR Professionals Episode 235 - Practical Tips for New HR Professionals https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/practical-tips-for-new-hr-professionals/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/practical-tips-for-new-hr-professionals/#comments Thu, 13 Nov 2025 08:48:55 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/f1bca961-9496-3ebd-83d5-cbbfc97e63ae In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, CalChamber Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss top tips for newer human resources (HR) professionals, which even seasoned professionals may find insightful.  

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, CalChamber Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss top tips for newer human resources (HR) professionals, which even seasoned professionals may find insightful.  

]]> CalChamber false No 770 239 full Episode 234 - Avoid Holiday Party Headaches Episode 234 - Avoid Holiday Party Headaches https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-234-avoid-holiday-party-headaches/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-234-avoid-holiday-party-headaches/#comments Thu, 06 Nov 2025 08:42:22 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/41389a96-f9d7-3f95-9d64-9dace0793bdb The holiday season is here — including Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, the Winter Solstice, Christmas and more. It’s when employers and their employees often let loose and celebrate the end of the year before the beginning of the next. In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, CalChamber Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss what employers should consider for a wonderful end-of-year celebration — or any workplace gathering — that doesn’t lead to concerns or issues at the end of the party.

]]> The holiday season is here — including Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, the Winter Solstice, Christmas and more. It’s when employers and their employees often let loose and celebrate the end of the year before the beginning of the next. In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, CalChamber Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss what employers should consider for a wonderful end-of-year celebration — or any workplace gathering — that doesn’t lead to concerns or issues at the end of the party.

]]> CalChamber false No 755 238 full Episode 233 - Addressing Employees’ Speech in the Workplace Episode 233 - Addressing Employees’ Speech in the Workplace https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/addressing-employees-speech-in-the-workplace/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/addressing-employees-speech-in-the-workplace/#comments Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:33:14 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/21ade8c0-52d3-32a3-9e25-043235e5100d In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss employers’ best practices to address employees’ speech in the workplace.

More than ever, world, national and local affairs are creeping into the workplace with employees increasingly speaking out publicly about them. Employers may be struggling with understanding when and how to address employees’ public statements or comments that may cross the line in the workplace.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss employers’ best practices to address employees’ speech in the workplace.

More than ever, world, national and local affairs are creeping into the workplace with employees increasingly speaking out publicly about them. Employers may be struggling with understanding when and how to address employees’ public statements or comments that may cross the line in the workplace.

]]> CalChamber false No 753 237 full Episode 232 - Employment-Related Legislation Headed to the Governor Episode 232 - Employment-Related Legislation Headed to the Governor https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/employment-related-legislation-headed-to-the-governor/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/employment-related-legislation-headed-to-the-governor/#comments Mon, 29 Sep 2025 06:56:27 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/835a0c70-538b-38ce-bb0a-b059b68f5acf In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss several employment-related bills sent to the Governor to potentially sign into law and what these could mean for employers.

After thousands of bills were introduced in 2025 — including some having a direct impact on employers — the regular 2025 California legislative year has ended. Now, Governor Gavin Newsom has until October 13 to sign or veto legislation passed through both legislative houses.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss several employment-related bills sent to the Governor to potentially sign into law and what these could mean for employers.

After thousands of bills were introduced in 2025 — including some having a direct impact on employers — the regular 2025 California legislative year has ended. Now, Governor Gavin Newsom has until October 13 to sign or veto legislation passed through both legislative houses.

]]> CalChamber false No 910 236 full Episode 231: Pending Automated Decision-Making Systems (ADS) Legislation, Regulations Episode 231: Pending Automated Decision-Making Systems (ADS) Legislation, Regulations https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/pending-automated-decision-making-systems-ads-legislation-regulations/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/pending-automated-decision-making-systems-ads-legislation-regulations/#comments Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:03:46 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/e79c8431-992f-33e6-b741-4e49effc77b1 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss recent California regulations and legislation related to automated decision-making systems (ADS) and technology — colloquially known as artificial intelligence (AI).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss recent California regulations and legislation related to automated decision-making systems (ADS) and technology — colloquially known as artificial intelligence (AI).

]]> CalChamber false No 796 235 full Episode 230: Keeping Up with Mid-Year Employment Law Updates Episode 230: Keeping Up with Mid-Year Employment Law Updates https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-230-keeping-up-with-mid-year-employment-law-updates/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-230-keeping-up-with-mid-year-employment-law-updates/#comments Tue, 05 Aug 2025 13:58:05 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/2c8508ad-c522-34fb-9a93-38c0a55ddc30 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Labor and Employment and CalChamber Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara discuss mid-year employment law updates — including presidential executive orders, local and industry-specific minimum wages, a new poster requirement, annual workplace violence prevention obligations and recent court decisions.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Labor and Employment and CalChamber Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara discuss mid-year employment law updates — including presidential executive orders, local and industry-specific minimum wages, a new poster requirement, annual workplace violence prevention obligations and recent court decisions.

]]> CalChamber false No 1004 234 full Episode 229: Clearing Common Misconceptions About Workplace Violence Prevention Standards Episode 229: Clearing Common Misconceptions About Workplace Violence Prevention Standards https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/clearing-common-misconceptions-about-workplace-violence-prevention-standards/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/clearing-common-misconceptions-about-workplace-violence-prevention-standards/#comments Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:31:44 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/0b9a94bc-9265-3a68-bf4a-b518147c1349 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss common misconceptions about California’s general industry workplace violence prevention standards and how employers can proactively remain in compliance.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss common misconceptions about California’s general industry workplace violence prevention standards and how employers can proactively remain in compliance.

]]> CalChamber false No 792 233 full Episode 228: How to Prepare Your Workplace, Employees for Workplace Immigration Enforcement Episode 228: How to Prepare Your Workplace, Employees for Workplace Immigration Enforcement https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-228-how-to-prepare-your-workplace-employees-for-workplace-immigration-enforcement/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-228-how-to-prepare-your-workplace-employees-for-workplace-immigration-enforcement/#comments Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:01:44 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/7b9781ee-3aba-3336-ab4f-75e9d7092c69 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Sheppard Mullins Partner Greg Berk and Sheppard Mullins Special Counsel Andrew Desposito discuss the recent changes in how the federal government is enforcing immigration policies and procedures, and how employers can prepare their workplace and employees if Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials show up.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Sheppard Mullins Partner Greg Berk and Sheppard Mullins Special Counsel Andrew Desposito discuss the recent changes in how the federal government is enforcing immigration policies and procedures, and how employers can prepare their workplace and employees if Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials show up.

]]> CalChamber false No 1535 232 full Episode 227: Workers’ Compensation: The Who, What, Where of Workplace Injuries Episode 227: Workers’ Compensation: The Who, What, Where of Workplace Injuries https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/workers-compensation-the-who-what-where-of-workplace-injuries-1750212293/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/workers-compensation-the-who-what-where-of-workplace-injuries-1750212293/#comments Wed, 18 Jun 2025 06:51:10 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/40b7933e-365b-3e68-bed0-582f924ed6cd In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss several important considerations employers face when navigating workers’ compensation claims in California. From what to do when a workplace injury occurs to how to work with ongoing workers’ compensation claims, employers can have difficulties managing workers’ compensation issues.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss several important considerations employers face when navigating workers’ compensation claims in California. From what to do when a workplace injury occurs to how to work with ongoing workers’ compensation claims, employers can have difficulties managing workers’ compensation issues.

]]> CalChamber false No 996 231 full Episode 226: Current, Pending Legislations Affecting California Employers Episode 226: Current, Pending Legislations Affecting California Employers https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/current-pending-legislations-affecting-california-employers/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/current-pending-legislations-affecting-california-employers/#comments Wed, 11 Jun 2025 06:17:43 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/b6435f32-2fd3-3318-abb9-a91620244f24 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss pending employment-related legislation, including bills on CalChamber’s Affordability Agenda, in the California Legislature

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss pending employment-related legislation, including bills on CalChamber’s Affordability Agenda, in the California Legislature

]]> CalChamber false No 1427 229 full Episode 225: Employers, Don’t Overlook Your Annual Workplace Violence Prevention Obligations Episode 225: Employers, Don’t Overlook Your Annual Workplace Violence Prevention Obligations https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-225-employers-don-t-overlook-your-annual-workplace-violence-prevention-obligations/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-225-employers-don-t-overlook-your-annual-workplace-violence-prevention-obligations/#comments Thu, 29 May 2025 05:32:42 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/f8ea959a-4c7b-39bb-b8c0-e197b07b01a3 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts discuss what employers are required to do annually to comply with general industry workplace violence prevention standards.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts discuss what employers are required to do annually to comply with general industry workplace violence prevention standards.

]]> CalChamber false No 720 228 full Episode 224: Furloughs, Layoffs, Reducing Work Hours During Economic Uncertainty Episode 224: Furloughs, Layoffs, Reducing Work Hours During Economic Uncertainty https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/furloughs-layoffs-reducing-work-hours-during-economic-uncertainty/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/furloughs-layoffs-reducing-work-hours-during-economic-uncertainty/#comments Tue, 20 May 2025 07:26:43 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/b98de1a0-7923-3789-ad96-521f1a543ad4 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss employers’ questions about furloughs, layoffs and reducing employees’ work hours to manage workforces during times of economic uncertainty while still being able to conduct business.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss employers’ questions about furloughs, layoffs and reducing employees’ work hours to manage workforces during times of economic uncertainty while still being able to conduct business.

]]> CalChamber false No 1220 227 full Episode 223: How Privacy Agency’s Proposed AI Regulations Would Affect California Businesses Episode 223: How Privacy Agency’s Proposed AI Regulations Would Affect California Businesses https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-223/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-223/#comments Mon, 12 May 2025 16:42:22 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/f9167112-9c83-3871-add9-cfd6ee284df9 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Covington & Burling LLP Partner Lindsey Tonsager and Covington & Burling LLP Associate Attorney Jayne Ponder discuss the California Privacy Protection Agency’s (CPPA) latest regulatory efforts on automated decision-making technology (ADMT), also known more broadly as artificial intelligence (AI).

 

Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2025/05/13/how-privacy-agencys-proposed-ai-regulations-would-affect-california-businesses/ .

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Covington & Burling LLP Partner Lindsey Tonsager and Covington & Burling LLP Associate Attorney Jayne Ponder discuss the California Privacy Protection Agency’s (CPPA) latest regulatory efforts on automated decision-making technology (ADMT), also known more broadly as artificial intelligence (AI).

 

Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2025/05/13/how-privacy-agencys-proposed-ai-regulations-would-affect-california-businesses/ .

]]> CalChamber false No 1057 226 full Episode 222: Recent Labor Law Helpline Questions Episode 222: Recent Labor Law Helpline Questions https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-222/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-222/#comments Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:33:19 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/c9d8138f-7075-3a4f-9a4b-9f8e38453f29 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss real employer questions from our Labor Law Helpline — including frequently asked questions and a few unusual ones.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss real employer questions from our Labor Law Helpline — including frequently asked questions and a few unusual ones.

]]> CalChamber false No 1316 225 full Episode 221: Common Mistakes to Avoid With California’s Pregnancy Disability Leave Episode 221: Common Mistakes to Avoid With California’s Pregnancy Disability Leave https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/common-mistakes-to-avoid-with-california-s-pregnancy-disability-leave-1744312664/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/common-mistakes-to-avoid-with-california-s-pregnancy-disability-leave-1744312664/#comments Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:18:16 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/ec97974b-4fba-3af9-ac84-b679641daae2 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara cover common mistakes employers encounter when working with pregnant employees who request leave due to their pregnancy.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara cover common mistakes employers encounter when working with pregnant employees who request leave due to their pregnancy.

]]> CalChamber false No 952 224 full Episode 220: What Supervisors Need to Know, Part II: The ‘Soft’ Skills Episode 220: What Supervisors Need to Know, Part II: The ‘Soft’ Skills https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/what-supervisors-need-to-know-part-ii-the-soft-skills/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/what-supervisors-need-to-know-part-ii-the-soft-skills/#comments Tue, 25 Mar 2025 09:52:55 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/2d2a2cde-2980-376b-9df6-a294808ff006 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene cover the often-overlooked soft skills supervisors need to lead their teams successfully.

 

Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2025/03/25/what-supervisors-need-to-know-part-ii-the-soft-skills/ .

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene cover the often-overlooked soft skills supervisors need to lead their teams successfully.

 

Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2025/03/25/what-supervisors-need-to-know-part-ii-the-soft-skills/ .

]]> CalChamber false No 1223 221 full Episode 219: What Supervisors Need to Know, Part I: ‘Hard’ Compliance Skills Episode 219: What Supervisors Need to Know, Part I: ‘Hard’ Compliance Skills https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/what-supervisors-need-to-know-part-i-hard-compliance-skills/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/what-supervisors-need-to-know-part-i-hard-compliance-skills/#comments Tue, 18 Mar 2025 12:55:58 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/d18b6f7d-a58b-3a79-bcf0-e8728fa0ac94 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene tackle what is often referred to as “hard” compliance skills necessary for supervisors to help maintain a liability-free workplace in California.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene tackle what is often referred to as “hard” compliance skills necessary for supervisors to help maintain a liability-free workplace in California.

]]> CalChamber false No 1520 220 full Episode 218: Executive Orders and Their Impact on DEI Episode 218: Executive Orders and Their Impact on DEI https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-218/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-218/#comments Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:15:08 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/36227f86-c07b-3c9e-8b10-7d5b62d19918 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel of Labor and Employment, Bianca Saad and Associate General Counsel of Labor and Employment, Matthew Roberts are joined by Jonathan Mayes, CEO of Jonathan Mayes Consulting, to discuss some of the changes happening in the diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) space following recent executive action from the White House.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel of Labor and Employment, Bianca Saad and Associate General Counsel of Labor and Employment, Matthew Roberts are joined by Jonathan Mayes, CEO of Jonathan Mayes Consulting, to discuss some of the changes happening in the diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) space following recent executive action from the White House.

]]> CalChamber false No 1767 219 full Episode 217: It’s All in the Handbook: Creating and Maintaining an Effective Company Resource Episode 217: It’s All in the Handbook: Creating and Maintaining an Effective Company Resource https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-217-it-s-all-in-the-handbook-creating-and-maintaining-an-effective-company-resource/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-217-it-s-all-in-the-handbook-creating-and-maintaining-an-effective-company-resource/#comments Fri, 07 Mar 2025 09:02:18 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/95b7e806-67ce-32d4-8d2d-0aa7687074e6 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss the importance of a well-built and up-to-date employee handbook.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss the importance of a well-built and up-to-date employee handbook.

]]> CalChamber false No 941 218 full Episode 216: Potential Changes Coming to Workplace Violence Prevention Standards Episode 216: Potential Changes Coming to Workplace Violence Prevention Standards https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-216-potential-changes-coming-to-workplace-violence-prevention-standards/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-216-potential-changes-coming-to-workplace-violence-prevention-standards/#comments Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:56:44 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/e2a265bc-a812-3e81-a2b5-bd4b71663ba7 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Robert Moutrie discuss potential changes coming to the Workplace Violence Prevention Standards for General Industry.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Robert Moutrie discuss potential changes coming to the Workplace Violence Prevention Standards for General Industry.

]]> CalChamber false No 964 217 full Episode 215: Navigating California’s Paid Sick Leave Law Episode 215: Navigating California’s Paid Sick Leave Law https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-215-navigating-california-s-paid-sick-leave-law/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-215-navigating-california-s-paid-sick-leave-law/#comments Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:34:49 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/9c496eed-b647-3993-b7c4-efb79e773e52 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara discuss California's paid sick leave law, sharing best practices to ensure compliance and avoid legal pitfalls.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara discuss California's paid sick leave law, sharing best practices to ensure compliance and avoid legal pitfalls.

]]> CalChamber false No 907 216 full Episode 214: Workplace Raids and I-9 Audits: What Employers Need to Know Episode 214: Workplace Raids and I-9 Audits: What Employers Need to Know https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-214-workplace-raids-and-i-9-audits-what-employers-need-to-know/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-214-workplace-raids-and-i-9-audits-what-employers-need-to-know/#comments Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:31:03 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/36246314-48b1-3595-b6dd-6bc904988f5b In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and immigration law experts Greg Berk and Andrew Desposito discuss employer obligations during federal  immigration raids and audits.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and immigration law experts Greg Berk and Andrew Desposito discuss employer obligations during federal  immigration raids and audits.

]]> CalChamber false No 1124 215 full Episode 213: 2025 Compliance Checklist: Key HR Practices for Employers Episode 213: 2025 Compliance Checklist: Key HR Practices for Employers https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-213-2025-compliance-checklist-key-hr-practices-for-employers/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-213-2025-compliance-checklist-key-hr-practices-for-employers/#comments Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:17:10 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/bea7a308-7495-397a-a96d-32025ccb8cbf  In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts discuss key compliance practices and reminders for California employers.

 ]]>  In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts discuss key compliance practices and reminders for California employers.

 ]]> CalChamber false No 1323 214 full Episode 212: California Wildfires: Key Employer Responsibilities for Worker Health and Pay Episode 212: California Wildfires: Key Employer Responsibilities for Worker Health and Pay https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-212-california-wildfires-key-employer-responsibilities-for-worker-health-and-pay/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-212-california-wildfires-key-employer-responsibilities-for-worker-health-and-pay/#comments Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:32:59 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/43790b92-e8c3-3641-9364-a53c80563bbc In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts discuss the wildfire-related regulations and best practices employers should know.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts discuss the wildfire-related regulations and best practices employers should know.

]]> CalChamber false No 919 213 full Episode 211: Practical Emotional Intelligence Applications for HR Professionals and Leaders Episode 211: Practical Emotional Intelligence Applications for HR Professionals and Leaders https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-211-practical-emotional-intelligence-applications-for-hr-professionals-and-leaders/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-211-practical-emotional-intelligence-applications-for-hr-professionals-and-leaders/#comments Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:39:39 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/14379f3e-d226-35cf-8712-88b46632c3da In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and emotional intelligence expert and keynote speaker Jen Shirkani share valuable insights on how emotional intelligence (EQ) can transform workplace dynamics, and share practical applications for leaders and HR professionals.

 ]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and emotional intelligence expert and keynote speaker Jen Shirkani share valuable insights on how emotional intelligence (EQ) can transform workplace dynamics, and share practical applications for leaders and HR professionals.

 ]]> CalChamber false No 1136 212 full Episode 210: Boosting Workplace Performance Through Emotional Intelligence Episode 210: Boosting Workplace Performance Through Emotional Intelligence https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-210-boosting-workplace-performance-through-emotional-intelligence/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-210-boosting-workplace-performance-through-emotional-intelligence/#comments Mon, 09 Dec 2024 08:42:31 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/6f0c551f-9ac1-3d62-860f-e8cb85ccd9f1 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and emotional intelligence expert and keynote speaker Jen Shirkani discuss how successful managers and leaders leverage the power of emotional intelligence to engage and motivate their employees and associates.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and emotional intelligence expert and keynote speaker Jen Shirkani discuss how successful managers and leaders leverage the power of emotional intelligence to engage and motivate their employees and associates.

]]> CalChamber false No 1154 211 full Episode 209: What California’s AI Proposed Rules Mean for Employers Episode 209: What California’s AI Proposed Rules Mean for Employers https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-209-what-california-s-ai-proposed-rules-mean-for-employers-1731395204/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-209-what-california-s-ai-proposed-rules-mean-for-employers-1731395204/#comments Mon, 11 Nov 2024 23:06:44 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/1e46a043-adbb-3f63-b66d-d60a6a7fb147 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss regulations on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the workplace proposed by the California Civil Rights Council (CRC).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss regulations on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the workplace proposed by the California Civil Rights Council (CRC).

]]> CalChamber false No 775 210 full Episode 208: Understanding California’s PAGA Reforms Episode 208: Understanding California’s PAGA Reforms https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-208-understanding-california-s-paga-reforms/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-208-understanding-california-s-paga-reforms/#comments Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:32:05 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/8565eb6b-0a73-344f-95fb-cfeae746b264 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss the recent guidance released by the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency on changes to the California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss the recent guidance released by the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency on changes to the California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).

]]> CalChamber false No 793 208 full Episode 207: California to Limit Certain Employer Communications Starting January 1 Episode 207: California to Limit Certain Employer Communications Starting January 1 https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-207/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-207/#comments Thu, 03 Oct 2024 08:21:03 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/6c2ed5c8-3b2f-3145-8623-a8cf0174ae4d In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss SB 399 (Wahab; D-Hayward), which Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law last week. This new legislation, set to take effect on January 1, 2025, places restrictions on employer communications regarding political and religious matters.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss SB 399 (Wahab; D-Hayward), which Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law last week. This new legislation, set to take effect on January 1, 2025, places restrictions on employer communications regarding political and religious matters.

]]> CalChamber false No 603 207 full Episode 206: Business Leaders Discuss Economic Consequences of California’s Prop 32 Episode 206: Business Leaders Discuss Economic Consequences of California’s Prop 32 https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-206-business-leaders-discuss-economic-consequences-of-california-s-prop-32/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-206-business-leaders-discuss-economic-consequences-of-california-s-prop-32/#comments Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:41:40 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/944ac13f-363c-3feb-adeb-dcbcf42ad69c In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber President and CEO Jennifer Barrera, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and California Restaurant Association President and CEO Jot Condie discuss Proposition 32, a measure appearing on California’s November Ballot that would increase the state’s minimum wage to $18 an hour.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber President and CEO Jennifer Barrera, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and California Restaurant Association President and CEO Jot Condie discuss Proposition 32, a measure appearing on California’s November Ballot that would increase the state’s minimum wage to $18 an hour.

]]> CalChamber false No 1126 206 full Episode 205: Court Rulings Spotlight Complex Harassment Issues in Bailey and Okonowsky Cases Episode 205: Court Rulings Spotlight Complex Harassment Issues in Bailey and Okonowsky Cases https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-205-court-rulings-spotlight-complex-harassment-issues-in-bailey-and-okonowsky-cases/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-205-court-rulings-spotlight-complex-harassment-issues-in-bailey-and-okonowsky-cases/#comments Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:34:24 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/ae211db1-e2ea-3429-84d0-cd52f088527c In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene examine two recent court cases—Bailey v. San Francisco District Attorney’s Office and Okonowsky v. Garland—that highlight complex incidences of workplace harassment, retaliation, and social media.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene examine two recent court cases—Bailey v. San Francisco District Attorney’s Office and Okonowsky v. Garland—that highlight complex incidences of workplace harassment, retaliation, and social media.

]]> CalChamber false No 917 205 full Episode 204: How Recent California Supreme Court Rulings Affect PAGA Litigation Episode 204: How Recent California Supreme Court Rulings Affect PAGA Litigation https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-204-how-recent-california-supreme-court-rulings-affect-paga-litigation/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-204-how-recent-california-supreme-court-rulings-affect-paga-litigation/#comments Thu, 29 Aug 2024 08:45:15 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/a9a756a7-c885-3fae-bf20-e78e55fba435 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts discuss two recent California Supreme Court decisions on California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), Stone v. Alameda Health System and Turrieta v. Lyft, Inc.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad and CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts discuss two recent California Supreme Court decisions on California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), Stone v. Alameda Health System and Turrieta v. Lyft, Inc.

]]> CalChamber false No 679 204 full Episode 203: A Look at California Workplace Violence Prevention Challenges, Lessons Episode 203: A Look at California Workplace Violence Prevention Challenges, Lessons https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/a-look-at-california-workplace-violence-prevention-challenges-lessons/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/a-look-at-california-workplace-violence-prevention-challenges-lessons/#comments Mon, 19 Aug 2024 08:19:27 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/017856e2-451d-3e38-93bd-658ce89c26eb In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel Bianca Saad discusses with CalChamber Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and CalChamber Vice President of Human Resources Hilda Watson the common questions, practical challenges and lessons that employers have been experiencing as they implement their workplace violence prevention programs.  

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel Bianca Saad discusses with CalChamber Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara and CalChamber Vice President of Human Resources Hilda Watson the common questions, practical challenges and lessons that employers have been experiencing as they implement their workplace violence prevention programs.  

]]> CalChamber false No 1129 203 full Episode 202: How Remote Work Is Changing California's Workforce Episode 202: How Remote Work Is Changing California's Workforce https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-202/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-202/#comments Thu, 01 Aug 2024 08:29:40 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/f049a05b-313f-343c-926c-d475925cffa0 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and PPIC researchers Sarah Bohn and Hans Johnson discuss how remote work is reshaping the California labor market.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and PPIC researchers Sarah Bohn and Hans Johnson discuss how remote work is reshaping the California labor market.

]]> CalChamber false No 1629 202 full Episode 201: Age-Related Litigation, Challenges in Today’s Workplace Episode 201: Age-Related Litigation, Challenges in Today’s Workplace https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-201-age-related-litigation-challenges-in-today-s-workplace/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-201-age-related-litigation-challenges-in-today-s-workplace/#comments Wed, 17 Jul 2024 08:26:56 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/59000ef8-7515-3502-b05a-cdfafe1f55b8 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss age-related litigation and harassment in the workplace.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss age-related litigation and harassment in the workplace.

]]> CalChamber false No 1259 201 full Episode 200: PAGA Reform Explained: Key Takeaways for Employers Episode 200: PAGA Reform Explained: Key Takeaways for Employers https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-200-paga-reform-explained-key-takeaways-for-employers/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-200-paga-reform-explained-key-takeaways-for-employers/#comments Mon, 08 Jul 2024 08:44:44 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/c1c12ca7-406e-38e4-b103-4d7243afbe77 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman explain the recent reforms made to the California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) and provide compliance best practices.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman explain the recent reforms made to the California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) and provide compliance best practices.

]]> CalChamber false No 772 200 full Episode 199: Quick Overview of Agreement to Reform PAGA Episode 199: Quick Overview of Agreement to Reform PAGA https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-199-quick-overview-of-agreement-to-reform-paga/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-199-quick-overview-of-agreement-to-reform-paga/#comments Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:35:42 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/2629e005-b272-38da-a212-eb59bb4aece9 In this episode of The Workplace Podcast, CalChamber President and CEO Jennifer Barrera and CalChamber Associate General Counsel of Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts discuss the compromise announced last Tuesday by Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas after months of discussions between labor advocates and the Fix PAGA coalition, which included CalChamber and representatives from the business community, non-profits, social justice advocates, and family farmers. 

]]> In this episode of The Workplace Podcast, CalChamber President and CEO Jennifer Barrera and CalChamber Associate General Counsel of Labor and Employment Matthew Roberts discuss the compromise announced last Tuesday by Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas after months of discussions between labor advocates and the Fix PAGA coalition, which included CalChamber and representatives from the business community, non-profits, social justice advocates, and family farmers. 

]]> CalChamber false No 555 199 full Episode 198: California Litigation Trends and How to Safeguard Against Them Episode 198: California Litigation Trends and How to Safeguard Against Them https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-198-california-litigation-trends-and-how-to-safeguard-against-them/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-198-california-litigation-trends-and-how-to-safeguard-against-them/#comments Thu, 06 Jun 2024 08:37:15 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/a26dae0f-6efb-3f8a-94b1-9027517eaedc In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara discuss litigation trends and what steps employers can take to avoid or defend against claims.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Senior Employment Law Counsel Erika Barbara discuss litigation trends and what steps employers can take to avoid or defend against claims.

]]> CalChamber false No 1089 198 full Episode 197: Key 2024 Court Cases Affecting Employers Episode 197: Key 2024 Court Cases Affecting Employers https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-197-key-2024-court-cases-affecting-employers/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-197-key-2024-court-cases-affecting-employers/#comments Thu, 30 May 2024 08:42:16 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/b3a4abeb-64ee-34fd-9625-1836b619aeaf In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss three recent court cases that affect employers: Huerta v. CSI Electrical Contractors, Naranjo v. Spectrum Security Services, Inc., and Muldrow v. City of St. Louis.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss three recent court cases that affect employers: Huerta v. CSI Electrical Contractors, Naranjo v. Spectrum Security Services, Inc., and Muldrow v. City of St. Louis.

]]> CalChamber false No 1147 197 full Episode 196: Ellen Savage Reflects on 30-Year Career as Labor Law Expert Episode 196: Ellen Savage Reflects on 30-Year Career as Labor Law Expert https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/ellen-savage-reflects-on-30-year-career-as-labor-law-expert/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/ellen-savage-reflects-on-30-year-career-as-labor-law-expert/#comments Fri, 24 May 2024 08:16:48 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/ed7a9e55-7f63-3494-b742-4bbc4630af51 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts interviews former CalChamber employment law expert Ellen Savage to revisit memorable lessons from her 35-year career at the CalChamber.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts interviews former CalChamber employment law expert Ellen Savage to revisit memorable lessons from her 35-year career at the CalChamber.

]]> CalChamber false No 1233 196 full Episode 195: Update on California Indoor Heat Regulations Episode 195: Update on California Indoor Heat Regulations https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-195-the-workplace-podcast-update-on-california-indoor-heat-regulations/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-195-the-workplace-podcast-update-on-california-indoor-heat-regulations/#comments Wed, 22 May 2024 08:25:37 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/d6b5338c-a42d-36eb-94d9-40b67ce4f01f In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Senior Policy Advocate Robert Moutrie discuss the newest developments in California’s indoor heat illness regulations. Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2024/05/22/update-on-california-indoor-heat-regulations/ .

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and Senior Policy Advocate Robert Moutrie discuss the newest developments in California’s indoor heat illness regulations. Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2024/05/22/update-on-california-indoor-heat-regulations/ .

]]> CalChamber false No 868 195 full Episode 194: Answering Questions on Displays of Affection, Pronoun Use, Free Speech and More Episode 194: Answering Questions on Displays of Affection, Pronoun Use, Free Speech and More https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-194-answering-questions-on-displays-of-affection-pronoun-use-free-speech-and-more/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-194-answering-questions-on-displays-of-affection-pronoun-use-free-speech-and-more/#comments Thu, 25 Apr 2024 08:40:35 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/9ec74dfb-50cd-35d5-b07a-799fa43d979c In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss some of the issues HR training attendees have been asking about recently.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment General Counsel Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Employment Law Subject Matter Expert Vanessa Greene discuss some of the issues HR training attendees have been asking about recently.

]]> CalChamber false No 834 194 full Episode 193: California’s ‘Right to Disconnect’ Bill Raises Concerns Episode 193: California’s ‘Right to Disconnect’ Bill Raises Concerns https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-193-california-s-right-to-disconnect-bill-raises-concerns/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-193-california-s-right-to-disconnect-bill-raises-concerns/#comments Mon, 08 Apr 2024 08:06:03 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/60c16302-37e5-3a09-8fdc-d83ddebfc8ed In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss a new bill in the California Legislature that would prohibit employers from communicating with employees during nonworking hours, AB 2751 (Haney; D-San Francisco).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss a new bill in the California Legislature that would prohibit employers from communicating with employees during nonworking hours, AB 2751 (Haney; D-San Francisco).

]]> CalChamber false No 591 193 full Episode 192: Preview of 2024 California Employment Law Legislative Proposals Episode 192: Preview of 2024 California Employment Law Legislative Proposals https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-192-preview-of-2024-california-employment-law-legislative-proposals/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-192-preview-of-2024-california-employment-law-legislative-proposals/#comments Tue, 19 Mar 2024 08:21:14 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/c1a30907-239f-3322-83fe-7b4b18efee79 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts is joined by CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman and Chris Micheli, partner at Snodgrass & Micheli, LLC, to review some of the key employment law-related bills being discussed this legislative session.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts is joined by CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman and Chris Micheli, partner at Snodgrass & Micheli, LLC, to review some of the key employment law-related bills being discussed this legislative session.

]]> CalChamber false No 1643 192 full Episode 191: Career Advancement Best Practices in the Age of Remote, Hybrid Work Episode 191: Career Advancement Best Practices in the Age of Remote, Hybrid Work https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-191-career-advancement-best-practices-in-the-age-of-remote-hybrid-work/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-191-career-advancement-best-practices-in-the-age-of-remote-hybrid-work/#comments Wed, 07 Feb 2024 08:23:57 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/b7d85f75-e831-3791-ae3c-0dc2171c652e In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and business coach Nick Warner discuss the career advancement challenges remote workers face and give best practices for creating career opportunities in the current remote workplace environment.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and business coach Nick Warner discuss the career advancement challenges remote workers face and give best practices for creating career opportunities in the current remote workplace environment.

]]> CalChamber false No 1419 191 full Episode 190: What Employers Should Know About California’s Latest Paid Sick Leave Expansion Episode 190: What Employers Should Know About California’s Latest Paid Sick Leave Expansion https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-190-what-employers-should-know-about-california-s-latest-paid-sick-leave-expansion/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-190-what-employers-should-know-about-california-s-latest-paid-sick-leave-expansion/#comments Mon, 22 Jan 2024 08:25:15 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/a80d5a11-6b6a-3aea-bfb5-2c6caab2a176 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber employment law expert Ellen Savage discuss what employers need to know about the latest expansion of the California Healthy Workplaces Healthy Families Act (SB 616).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber employment law expert Ellen Savage discuss what employers need to know about the latest expansion of the California Healthy Workplaces Healthy Families Act (SB 616).

]]> CalChamber false No 1297 190 full Episode 189: Business Legislative Wins and What Employers Can Expect in 2024 Episode 189: Business Legislative Wins and What Employers Can Expect in 2024 https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-189-business-legislative-wins-and-what-employers-can-expect-in-2024/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-189-business-legislative-wins-and-what-employers-can-expect-in-2024/#comments Tue, 16 Jan 2024 08:42:15 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/eb44cecf-684f-3feb-8837-287fadb13022 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman and Chris Micheli, partner at Snodgrass & Micheli, LLC, to review some of the key bills and topics that arose during the 2023 legislative session and whether they will be discussed again this year as well as topics that may return from years past.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Senior Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman and Chris Micheli, partner at Snodgrass & Micheli, LLC, to review some of the key bills and topics that arose during the 2023 legislative session and whether they will be discussed again this year as well as topics that may return from years past.

]]> CalChamber false No 1819 189 full Episode 188: What Employers Should Know About California’s New Workplace Violence Regulation Episode 188: What Employers Should Know About California’s New Workplace Violence Regulation https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-188-what-employers-should-know-about-california-s-new-workplace-violence-regulation/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-188-what-employers-should-know-about-california-s-new-workplace-violence-regulation/#comments Wed, 29 Nov 2023 01:13:04 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/2cb05315-fef1-32a4-9c9c-6e50369be783 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts sits down with Bianca Saad, CalChamber general counsel, labor and employment, to discuss the requirements of California’s new workplace violence standard, SB 553 (Cortese; D-San Jose).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts sits down with Bianca Saad, CalChamber general counsel, labor and employment, to discuss the requirements of California’s new workplace violence standard, SB 553 (Cortese; D-San Jose).

]]> CalChamber false No 778 188 full Episode 187: New Laws California Employers Will Need to Follow in 2024 Episode 187: New Laws California Employers Will Need to Follow in 2024 https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-187-new-laws-california-employers-will-need-to-follow-in-2024/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-187-new-laws-california-employers-will-need-to-follow-in-2024/#comments Wed, 25 Oct 2023 08:15:57 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/716ddf57-fa48-3de8-9657-35a2d62327fe In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman review several new laws that will affect California employers in 2024: SB 616 (Gonzalez; D-Long Beach), expansion of paid sick leave; SB 848 (Rubio; D-Baldwin Park), reproductive-related bereavement leave; and two bills dealing with cannabis use, AB 2188 (Quirk; D-Hayward) and SB 700 (Bradford; D-Gardena).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman review several new laws that will affect California employers in 2024: SB 616 (Gonzalez; D-Long Beach), expansion of paid sick leave; SB 848 (Rubio; D-Baldwin Park), reproductive-related bereavement leave; and two bills dealing with cannabis use, AB 2188 (Quirk; D-Hayward) and SB 700 (Bradford; D-Gardena).

]]> CalChamber false No 794 187 full Episode 186: AI’s Workplace Opportunities, Challenges Episode 186: AI’s Workplace Opportunities, Challenges https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-186-ai-s-workplace-opportunities-challenges/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-186-ai-s-workplace-opportunities-challenges/#comments Fri, 06 Oct 2023 08:25:30 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/6dec4873-7c5d-3aaf-9557-b08057d1e90f In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, and Peter Bittner, award-winning multimedia journalist and artificial intelligence (AI) consultant, discuss the growing presence of AI in the workplace, exploring the various ways it is transforming business operations. 

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew Roberts, and Peter Bittner, award-winning multimedia journalist and artificial intelligence (AI) consultant, discuss the growing presence of AI in the workplace, exploring the various ways it is transforming business operations. 

]]> CalChamber false No 1453 186 full Episode 185: Key Employment Law Bills Awaiting Gubernatorial Action, Part 2 Episode 185: Key Employment Law Bills Awaiting Gubernatorial Action, Part 2 https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-185-key-employment-law-bills-awaiting-gubernatorial-action-part-2/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-185-key-employment-law-bills-awaiting-gubernatorial-action-part-2/#comments Wed, 20 Sep 2023 08:28:26 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/23aba7e4-f12d-33b9-840b-5f8953680d03 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, employment law expert Matthew Roberts and Chris Micheli, partner with Aprea & Micheli, Inc., join up again to give a second update on remaining key labor and employment-related bills that await the Governor’s pen.

The proposals discussed include a bill setting a workplace violence standard, SB 553 (Cortese; D-San Jose); a WARN Act expansion, AB 1356 (Haney D-San Francisco);  a notice requirement to return remote employees to the workplace, SB 731 (Ashby; D-Sacramento); a CalChamber-opposed bill setting an onerous return to work mandate, SB 723 (Durazo; D-Los Angeles); and a CalChamber-opposed bill establishing a 90-day retaliation presumption, SB 497 (Smallwood-Cuevas; D-Los Angeles).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, employment law expert Matthew Roberts and Chris Micheli, partner with Aprea & Micheli, Inc., join up again to give a second update on remaining key labor and employment-related bills that await the Governor’s pen.

The proposals discussed include a bill setting a workplace violence standard, SB 553 (Cortese; D-San Jose); a WARN Act expansion, AB 1356 (Haney D-San Francisco);  a notice requirement to return remote employees to the workplace, SB 731 (Ashby; D-Sacramento); a CalChamber-opposed bill setting an onerous return to work mandate, SB 723 (Durazo; D-Los Angeles); and a CalChamber-opposed bill establishing a 90-day retaliation presumption, SB 497 (Smallwood-Cuevas; D-Los Angeles).

]]> CalChamber false No 1759 185 full Episode 184: California Legislature Passes Bills on Discrimination in Employment, Paid Sick Leave Expansion, Reproductive-Related Bereavement Leave Episode 184: California Legislature Passes Bills on Discrimination in Employment, Paid Sick Leave Expansion, Reproductive-Related Bereavement Leave https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-184-california-legislature-passes-bills-on-discrimination-in-employment-paid-sick-leave-expansion-reproductive-related-bereavement-leave/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-184-california-legislature-passes-bills-on-discrimination-in-employment-paid-sick-leave-expansion-reproductive-related-bereavement-leave/#comments Mon, 18 Sep 2023 08:39:13 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/e5520da3-223f-3dab-bdd3-0391b782b024 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, employment law expert Matthew Roberts and Chris Micheli, adjunct professor at the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law and a partner with Aprea & Micheli, Inc., give an update on important labor and employment-related bills that passed the California Legislature last week, including bills on discrimination in the workplace (SB 403 (Wahab; D-Hayward), CalChamber job killer bill AB 524 (Wicks; D-Oakland), CalChamber-opposed bill AB 2188 (Quirk; D-Hayward), and SB 700 (Bradford; D-Gardena)); expansion of paid sick leave (CalChamber job killer bill SB 616 (Gonzalez; D-Long Beach)); and reproductive-related bereavement leave (CalChamber “Oppose Unless Amended” bill SB 848 (Rubio; D-Baldwin Park)).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, employment law expert Matthew Roberts and Chris Micheli, adjunct professor at the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law and a partner with Aprea & Micheli, Inc., give an update on important labor and employment-related bills that passed the California Legislature last week, including bills on discrimination in the workplace (SB 403 (Wahab; D-Hayward), CalChamber job killer bill AB 524 (Wicks; D-Oakland), CalChamber-opposed bill AB 2188 (Quirk; D-Hayward), and SB 700 (Bradford; D-Gardena)); expansion of paid sick leave (CalChamber job killer bill SB 616 (Gonzalez; D-Long Beach)); and reproductive-related bereavement leave (CalChamber “Oppose Unless Amended” bill SB 848 (Rubio; D-Baldwin Park)).

]]> CalChamber false No 1758 184 full Episode 183: How a Recent National Labor Relations Board Ruling Affects Workplace Rules, Employee Handbooks Episode 183: How a Recent National Labor Relations Board Ruling Affects Workplace Rules, Employee Handbooks https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-183-how-a-recent-national-labor-relations-board-ruling-affects-workplace-rules-employee-handbooks/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-183-how-a-recent-national-labor-relations-board-ruling-affects-workplace-rules-employee-handbooks/#comments Tue, 29 Aug 2023 08:08:03 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/59a0f705-ac3a-3749-bfc9-9a26cede06ec In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and James Ward discuss the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruling in Stericycle, Inc. and Teamsters Local 628, and how it affects California employers’ workplace rules and handbooks.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and James Ward discuss the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruling in Stericycle, Inc. and Teamsters Local 628, and how it affects California employers’ workplace rules and handbooks.

]]> CalChamber false No 1080 183 full Episode 182: Remote Workers Moving Out of State, School-Related Leaves a Top Concern for Employers Calling the CalChamber Labor Law Helpline Episode 182: Remote Workers Moving Out of State, School-Related Leaves a Top Concern for Employers Calling the CalChamber Labor Law Helpline https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-182-remote-workers-moving-out-of-state-school-related-leaves-a-top-concern-for-employers-calling-the-calchamber-labor-law-helpline/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-182-remote-workers-moving-out-of-state-school-related-leaves-a-top-concern-for-employers-calling-the-calchamber-labor-law-helpline/#comments Tue, 22 Aug 2023 09:41:11 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/636bb403-f4b2-3739-a62a-d61735154e95 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and Ellen Savage discuss some of the latest labor and employment issues of concern to California employers, including: remote workers moving out of state; termination and layoff best practices; working minors; and school-related leaves of absence.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and Ellen Savage discuss some of the latest labor and employment issues of concern to California employers, including: remote workers moving out of state; termination and layoff best practices; working minors; and school-related leaves of absence.

]]> CalChamber false No 1674 182 full Episode 181: Trending Topics on the Labor Law Helpline: Remote Work Expense Reimbursements, Pet Bereavement Leave, and More Episode 181: Trending Topics on the Labor Law Helpline: Remote Work Expense Reimbursements, Pet Bereavement Leave, and More https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-181-trending-topics-on-the-labor-law-helpline-remote-work-expense-reimbursements-pet-bereavement-leave-and-more/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-181-trending-topics-on-the-labor-law-helpline-remote-work-expense-reimbursements-pet-bereavement-leave-and-more/#comments Thu, 27 Jul 2023 08:31:00 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/51d19048-9696-3756-9bee-a9b1040b293c In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and Ellen Savage discuss some of the latest labor and employment issues concerning California employers, including: remote work expense reimbursements; religious accommodation requests; lactation accommodations; and pet bereavement leave.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and Ellen Savage discuss some of the latest labor and employment issues concerning California employers, including: remote work expense reimbursements; religious accommodation requests; lactation accommodations; and pet bereavement leave.

]]> CalChamber false No 1473 181 full Episode 180: Unlimited Paid Time Off Policies Are Attractive, But Have Risks Episode 180: Unlimited Paid Time Off Policies Are Attractive, But Have Risks https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-180-unlimited-paid-time-off-policies-are-attractive-but-have-risks/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-180-unlimited-paid-time-off-policies-are-attractive-but-have-risks/#comments Thu, 20 Jul 2023 08:27:48 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/5c03aee5-545a-3102-861c-23c4b07f71fb In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with Bianca Saad, CalChamber vice president of labor and employment for content, training and advice, to discuss unlimited paid time off (PTO) policies.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with Bianca Saad, CalChamber vice president of labor and employment for content, training and advice, to discuss unlimited paid time off (PTO) policies.

]]> CalChamber false No 865 180 full Episode 179: Update on Harmful Proposals as Legislature Heads for Summer Break Episode 179: Update on Harmful Proposals as Legislature Heads for Summer Break https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-179-update-on-harmful-proposals-as-legislature-heads-for-summer-break/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-179-update-on-harmful-proposals-as-legislature-heads-for-summer-break/#comments Wed, 28 Jun 2023 08:26:12 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/10593564-b302-3c29-a41a-a57bb756f85f In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Helpline manager and employment law counsel Matthew Roberts and Chris Micheli, of Aprea & Micheli, give an update on important labor and employment-related bills in the California Legislature that employers should keep an eye on, such as SB 616, which expands California’s paid sick leave law; AB 524, which adds a new protected class under the Fair Employment and Housing Act; SB 399, which bans employers’ speech; SB 365, which undermines arbitration; and SB 809, which prohibits consideration of conviction history in employment.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Helpline manager and employment law counsel Matthew Roberts and Chris Micheli, of Aprea & Micheli, give an update on important labor and employment-related bills in the California Legislature that employers should keep an eye on, such as SB 616, which expands California’s paid sick leave law; AB 524, which adds a new protected class under the Fair Employment and Housing Act; SB 399, which bans employers’ speech; SB 365, which undermines arbitration; and SB 809, which prohibits consideration of conviction history in employment.

]]> CalChamber false No 1833 179 full Episode 178: Cal/OSHA Heat Regulations and Where Things Stand with SB 553 Episode 178: Cal/OSHA Heat Regulations and Where Things Stand with SB 553 https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-178-new-rules-in-the-works-for-california-s-indoor-heat-workplace-violence-regulations/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-178-new-rules-in-the-works-for-california-s-indoor-heat-workplace-violence-regulations/#comments Wed, 14 Jun 2023 08:05:28 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/f870eb79-ed56-360c-98c6-84b6a84e7a5e In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Policy Advocate Robert Moutrie to discuss the newest developments in California’s indoor heat regulations and proposed legislation, SB 553, dealing with workplace violence rules.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Policy Advocate Robert Moutrie to discuss the newest developments in California’s indoor heat regulations and proposed legislation, SB 553, dealing with workplace violence rules.

]]> CalChamber false No 1020 178 full Episode 177: Employer Best Practices to Ensure Compliance with California Equal Pay Act Episode 177: Employer Best Practices to Ensure Compliance with California Equal Pay Act https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-177-employer-best-practices-to-ensure-compliance-with-california-equal-pay-act/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-177-employer-best-practices-to-ensure-compliance-with-california-equal-pay-act/#comments Tue, 06 Jun 2023 08:05:14 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/cdcbedae-502d-31e2-8474-c53372dace91 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with Bianca Saad, CalChamber vice president of labor and employment for content, training and advice, to discuss the legal requirements of the California Fair Pay Act and provide best practices for improving compliance.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with Bianca Saad, CalChamber vice president of labor and employment for content, training and advice, to discuss the legal requirements of the California Fair Pay Act and provide best practices for improving compliance.

]]> CalChamber false No 1023 177 full Episode 176: Mental Health Awareness Month: Identifying Indicators of Distress and Ways Employers Can Help Episode 176: Mental Health Awareness Month: Identifying Indicators of Distress and Ways Employers Can Help https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-176-mental-health-awareness-month-identifying-indicators-of-distress-and-ways-employers-can-help/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-176-mental-health-awareness-month-identifying-indicators-of-distress-and-ways-employers-can-help/#comments Fri, 26 May 2023 08:16:13 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/86674026-2154-338e-816a-4ce5cbf809ad In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts speaks with clinical social worker Amanda Gibson about mental health in the workplace, including how employers can detect mental distress in workers and what to do to help.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts speaks with clinical social worker Amanda Gibson about mental health in the workplace, including how employers can detect mental distress in workers and what to do to help.

]]> CalChamber false No 980 176 full Episode 175: Nurturing a Culture of Wellness in the Workplace Helps Employees, Business Thrive Episode 175: Nurturing a Culture of Wellness in the Workplace Helps Employees, Business Thrive https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-175-nurturing-a-culture-of-wellness-in-the-workplace-helps-employees-business-thrive/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-175-nurturing-a-culture-of-wellness-in-the-workplace-helps-employees-business-thrive/#comments Wed, 10 May 2023 07:58:22 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/a77f1b71-db74-34d5-bd7d-a5df015ea2b2 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CREtelligent Chief Experience Officer Tobi Lutz discuss how employers can create a better work environment for mental health.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CREtelligent Chief Experience Officer Tobi Lutz discuss how employers can create a better work environment for mental health.

]]> CalChamber false No 978 175 full Episode 174: Five 2023 Legislative Proposals Negatively Impacting California Employers Episode 174: Five 2023 Legislative Proposals Negatively Impacting California Employers https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-174-five-2023-legislative-proposals-negatively-impacting-california-employers/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-174-five-2023-legislative-proposals-negatively-impacting-california-employers/#comments Thu, 04 May 2023 08:20:11 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/bf5f78bb-964d-3235-be8a-6f43115eee51 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss five troubling employment law bills being discussed in the California Legislature this year: SB 809, SB 616, SB 723, SB 627, and AB 1356.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss five troubling employment law bills being discussed in the California Legislature this year: SB 809, SB 616, SB 723, SB 627, and AB 1356.

]]> CalChamber false No 864 174 full Episode 173: How the Performance Review Serves as a Valuable Business Tool Episode 173: How the Performance Review Serves as a Valuable Business Tool https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-173-how-the-performance-review-serves-as-a-valuable-business-tool/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-173-how-the-performance-review-serves-as-a-valuable-business-tool/#comments Wed, 05 Apr 2023 15:55:02 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/2aa1f583-974f-3d0b-bc8f-ef83f4f7316b In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with Bianca Saad, CalChamber vice president of labor and employment for content, training and advice, to discuss how the employee performance review serves as a valuable business tool.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with Bianca Saad, CalChamber vice president of labor and employment for content, training and advice, to discuss how the employee performance review serves as a valuable business tool.

]]> CalChamber false No 672 173 full Episode 172: Properly Classifying Employees as Exempt, Nonexempt Episode 172: Properly Classifying Employees as Exempt, Nonexempt https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-172-properly-classifying-employees-as-exempt-nonexempt/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-172-properly-classifying-employees-as-exempt-nonexempt/#comments Mon, 03 Apr 2023 09:26:58 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/a5b1d2e1-d8e6-369d-9a88-d8792bcefa49 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and Ellen Savage discuss how to properly classify employees as either an exempt or nonexempt for wage and hour purposes — a top source of litigation between employees and employers.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and Ellen Savage discuss how to properly classify employees as either an exempt or nonexempt for wage and hour purposes — a top source of litigation between employees and employers.

]]> CalChamber false No 1063 172 full Episode 171: Four 2023 Bills That Would Negatively Affect California Employers Episode 171: Four 2023 Bills That Would Negatively Affect California Employers https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/four-2023-bills-that-would-negatively-affect-california-employers/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/four-2023-bills-that-would-negatively-affect-california-employers/#comments Wed, 22 Mar 2023 07:46:02 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/7a8a261a-38ed-3e80-b6aa-ac304e078f3f In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss four bills that, if passed, would significantly affect California employers — and not in a good way: SB 809, AB 747, SB 399 and SB 525.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss four bills that, if passed, would significantly affect California employers — and not in a good way: SB 809, AB 747, SB 399 and SB 525.

]]> CalChamber false No 1036 171 full Episode 170: Arbitration Agreements: A Recap of Favorable Court Decision and What’s to Come Episode 170: Arbitration Agreements: A Recap of Favorable Court Decision and What’s to Come https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-170-arbitration-agreements-a-recap-of-favorable-court-decision-and-what-s-to-come/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-170-arbitration-agreements-a-recap-of-favorable-court-decision-and-what-s-to-come/#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2023 07:43:11 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/3de992ba-e658-368b-b459-84b7d1ab5179 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss a recent court victory for employers involving the use of arbitration agreements.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss a recent court victory for employers involving the use of arbitration agreements.

]]> CalChamber false No 592 170 full Episode 169: Untangling Confusion, Misconceptions on California’s Pay Scale Disclosure Requirements Episode 169: Untangling Confusion, Misconceptions on California’s Pay Scale Disclosure Requirements https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-169-untangling-confusion-misconceptions-on-california-s-pay-scale-disclosure-requirements/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-169-untangling-confusion-misconceptions-on-california-s-pay-scale-disclosure-requirements/#comments Fri, 27 Jan 2023 09:22:27 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/76f59c80-1648-3085-b1d0-41d42473f803 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman to discuss the pay scale disclosure component of SB 1162, a law passed in 2022 that also amended California’s existing pay data reporting laws. SB 1162’s pay scale disclosure component affects employers with any number of employees in California.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Policy Advocate Ashley Hoffman to discuss the pay scale disclosure component of SB 1162, a law passed in 2022 that also amended California’s existing pay data reporting laws. SB 1162’s pay scale disclosure component affects employers with any number of employees in California.

]]> CalChamber false No 849 169 full Episode 168: Compliance During Emergency Conditions Episode 168: Compliance During Emergency Conditions https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/compliance-during-emergency-conditions/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/compliance-during-emergency-conditions/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2023 10:26:27 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/8ed2824c-a373-3713-8b7d-be4c0517b9aa In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Labor Law Helpline expert Ellen Savage to discuss what has affected every Californian over the last few weeks – natural disasters and their specific impacts on workers and workplaces.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with CalChamber Labor Law Helpline expert Ellen Savage to discuss what has affected every Californian over the last few weeks – natural disasters and their specific impacts on workers and workplaces.

]]> CalChamber false No 1630 168 full Episode 167: Compliance Tips for 2023 Episode 167: Compliance Tips for 2023 https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-167-compliance-tips-for-2023/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-167-compliance-tips-for-2023/#comments Wed, 04 Jan 2023 09:06:47 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/85f1b745-b71d-3d29-9c8a-9723382702a5 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber’s vice president of employment law, Bianca Saad, discuss the new California employment laws that took effect on January 1.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber’s vice president of employment law, Bianca Saad, discuss the new California employment laws that took effect on January 1.

]]> CalChamber false No 1344 167 full Episode 166: Succession Planning Helps Businesses Prepare for Long-Term Survival Episode 166: Succession Planning Helps Businesses Prepare for Long-Term Survival https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-166-succession-planning-helps-businesses-prepare-for-long-term-survival/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-166-succession-planning-helps-businesses-prepare-for-long-term-survival/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2022 10:36:16 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/d5f42b5a-cc8e-35e2-8688-587901f27e14 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts is joined by best-selling author and recruiting expert Rikka Brandon to discuss the importance of succession planning and steps to get the process underway.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts is joined by best-selling author and recruiting expert Rikka Brandon to discuss the importance of succession planning and steps to get the process underway.

]]> CalChamber false No 1061 166 full Episode 165 - Best Practices for Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Episode 165 - Best Practices for Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-165/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-165/#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2022 07:53:16 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/e741ac6c-5b7b-32ce-9fb0-a6af7d5b07fd In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts, and diversity and inclusion consultant Jonathan Mayes discuss best practices for fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts, and diversity and inclusion consultant Jonathan Mayes discuss best practices for fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace.

]]> CalChamber false No 1349 165 full Episode 164: Recruiting Best Practices for a Post-COVID-19 Job Landscape Episode 164: Recruiting Best Practices for a Post-COVID-19 Job Landscape https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-164-recruiting-best-practices-for-a-post-covid-19-job-landscape/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-164-recruiting-best-practices-for-a-post-covid-19-job-landscape/#comments Mon, 14 Nov 2022 10:19:04 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/61625de3-a44a-3242-8dae-cc0f25399b0e In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts, and best-selling author and recruiting expert Rikka Brandon discuss hiring best practices in a post-COVID-19 pandemic job landscape.  Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2022/07/06/how-to-handle-vacation-sick-leave-paid-time-off-holidays/

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts, and best-selling author and recruiting expert Rikka Brandon discuss hiring best practices in a post-COVID-19 pandemic job landscape.  Read more at https://advocacy.calchamber.com/2022/07/06/how-to-handle-vacation-sick-leave-paid-time-off-holidays/

]]> CalChamber false No 1270 164 full Episode 163: Understanding California Political Speech and Election Laws at Work Episode 163: Understanding California Political Speech and Election Laws at Work https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-163-expressing-political-speech-at-work-and-other-election-related-california-laws/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-163-expressing-political-speech-at-work-and-other-election-related-california-laws/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2022 10:21:51 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/f8e80cf2-315d-3a39-acdf-ff3f7eb4781b In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad and CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts discuss the rules regarding political speech in the workplace and explain California’s voting leave law.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad and CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts discuss the rules regarding political speech in the workplace and explain California’s voting leave law.

]]> CalChamber false No 702 163 full Episode 162: Trending Topics on the Labor Law Helpline: Halloween Parties, Listening to Music in the Workplace and More Episode 162: Trending Topics on the Labor Law Helpline: Halloween Parties, Listening to Music in the Workplace and More https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-162-trending-topics-on-the-labor-law-helpline-halloween-parties-listening-to-music-in-the-workplace-and-more/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-162-trending-topics-on-the-labor-law-helpline-halloween-parties-listening-to-music-in-the-workplace-and-more/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2022 10:06:49 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/c2db1c02-1290-3372-bc29-29558f861f5d In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber HR Adviser Ellen Savage discuss the issues employers are asking about most often on the CalChamber Labor Law Helpline, including: Halloween parties, balancing religious beliefs with holiday parties, employee handbook policies, listening to music in the workplace, accommodating unprotected time off, and employee privacy concerns.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber HR Adviser Ellen Savage discuss the issues employers are asking about most often on the CalChamber Labor Law Helpline, including: Halloween parties, balancing religious beliefs with holiday parties, employee handbook policies, listening to music in the workplace, accommodating unprotected time off, and employee privacy concerns.

]]> CalChamber false No 1088 162 full Episode 161: 5 New California Labor Laws Employers Should Start Preparing For Episode 161: 5 New California Labor Laws Employers Should Start Preparing For https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/5-new-california-labor-laws-employers-should-start-preparing-for/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/5-new-california-labor-laws-employers-should-start-preparing-for/#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2022 10:19:05 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/43eb404e-424b-30e5-8c34-e38ef0ec3e3c In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss five new labor laws employers should know and prepare for: SB 1162; AB 152; AB 1949; AB 1041; and SB 1044.

Unless stated otherwise, these new employment laws will take effect on January 1, 2023.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss five new labor laws employers should know and prepare for: SB 1162; AB 152; AB 1949; AB 1041; and SB 1044.

Unless stated otherwise, these new employment laws will take effect on January 1, 2023.

]]> CalChamber false No 872 161 full Episode 160: California Consumer Privacy Act Will Apply to Employers in 2023 Episode 160: California Consumer Privacy Act Will Apply to Employers in 2023 https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-160-california-consumer-privacy-act-will-apply-to-employers-in-2023/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-160-california-consumer-privacy-act-will-apply-to-employers-in-2023/#comments Mon, 19 Sep 2022 09:45:20 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/f7ed6c76-227b-3304-b14b-211055c5ed5f In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss the current state of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and how it will affect employers starting January 1, 2023.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss the current state of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and how it will affect employers starting January 1, 2023.

]]> CalChamber false No 593 160 full Episode 159: School’s Back in Session: Recap of Leaves Available to Working Parents Episode 159: School’s Back in Session: Recap of Leaves Available to Working Parents https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-159/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-159/#comments Wed, 24 Aug 2022 09:24:01 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/d29ed170-9632-38a3-b355-c5856925d3f7 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad and CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts provide a refresher on school-related leaves of absence and labor laws, including school activities leave, school appearance leave, sick leaves, and accommodating flexible schedules.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad and CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts provide a refresher on school-related leaves of absence and labor laws, including school activities leave, school appearance leave, sick leaves, and accommodating flexible schedules.

]]> CalChamber false No 627 159 full Episode 158: Survey Shows Return to Office Trends and Employer Attitudes Episode 158: Survey Shows Return to Office Trends and Employer Attitudes https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-158-survey-shows-return-to-office-trends-and-employer-attitudes/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-158-survey-shows-return-to-office-trends-and-employer-attitudes/#comments Wed, 17 Aug 2022 09:49:53 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/193a4701-65b8-352c-b6cb-aa5dbc070ccd In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and Global Head of Occupier Thought Leadership at CBRE Group, Inc. Julie Whelan discuss current employer attitudes toward in-person work and returning remote workers to the workplace.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and Global Head of Occupier Thought Leadership at CBRE Group, Inc. Julie Whelan discuss current employer attitudes toward in-person work and returning remote workers to the workplace.

]]> CalChamber false No 953 158 full Episode 157: The Latest Issues Employers Are Asking About on the CalChamber Labor Law Helpline Episode 157: The Latest Issues Employers Are Asking About on the CalChamber Labor Law Helpline https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-157-the-latest-issues-employers-are-asking-about-on-the-calchamber-labor-law-helpline/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-157-the-latest-issues-employers-are-asking-about-on-the-calchamber-labor-law-helpline/#comments Wed, 10 Aug 2022 09:59:17 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/af442c32-846f-3472-bd7c-c42da899f340 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber HR Adviser Ellen Savage discuss the issues employers are asking about most often on the CalChamber Labor Law Helpline, including: the new California Department of Public Health definition of “close contact” regarding COVID-19 isolation protocols; webcam usage concerns; remote work-related expenses; retention bonuses; and more.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber HR Adviser Ellen Savage discuss the issues employers are asking about most often on the CalChamber Labor Law Helpline, including: the new California Department of Public Health definition of “close contact” regarding COVID-19 isolation protocols; webcam usage concerns; remote work-related expenses; retention bonuses; and more.

]]> CalChamber false No 1605 157 full Episode 156: Update on CalChamber Efforts to Secure Changes to Important Legislation Episode 156: Update on CalChamber Efforts to Secure Changes to Important Legislation https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-156-update-on-calchamber-efforts-to-secure-changes-to-important-legislation/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-156-update-on-calchamber-efforts-to-secure-changes-to-important-legislation/#comments Mon, 01 Aug 2022 09:39:56 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/3ff2263b-57cc-37cc-b968-a035db39f21d In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocates Ashley Hoffman and Robert Moutrie give a legislative update on four important proposals that will affect California businesses: SB 1162 (Limón; D-Goleta), AB 2188 (Quirk; D-Hayward), SB 1044 (Durazo; D-Los Angeles) and SB 1149 (Leyva; D-Chino).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocates Ashley Hoffman and Robert Moutrie give a legislative update on four important proposals that will affect California businesses: SB 1162 (Limón; D-Goleta), AB 2188 (Quirk; D-Hayward), SB 1044 (Durazo; D-Los Angeles) and SB 1149 (Leyva; D-Chino).

]]> CalChamber false No 941 156 full Episode 155: How to Handle Vacation, Sick Leave, Paid Time Off, Holidays Episode 155: How to Handle Vacation, Sick Leave, Paid Time Off, Holidays https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-155-how-to-handle-vacation-sick-leave-paid-time-off-holidays/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-155-how-to-handle-vacation-sick-leave-paid-time-off-holidays/#comments Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:47:56 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/50156dbb-901e-33d1-a695-1b3a0bd5328a In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber HR Adviser Ellen Savage answer common questions that employers are asking regarding vacation policies.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber HR Adviser Ellen Savage answer common questions that employers are asking regarding vacation policies.

]]> CalChamber false No 1356 155 full Episode 154: What Supreme Court Ruling on Arbitration and PAGA Means for Employers Episode 154: What Supreme Court Ruling on Arbitration and PAGA Means for Employers https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-154-what-supreme-court-ruling-on-arbitration-and-paga-means-for-employers/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-154-what-supreme-court-ruling-on-arbitration-and-paga-means-for-employers/#comments Thu, 30 Jun 2022 09:46:28 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/2458c31f-0efe-3a6e-baad-1da8a783cee9 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad and CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts discuss how the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Viking River Cruises v. Moriana affects employers and arbitration agreements.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad and CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts discuss how the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Viking River Cruises v. Moriana affects employers and arbitration agreements.

]]> CalChamber false No 778 154 full Episode 153: Authors Share Small Business Success Tips from Self-Made Bosses Episode 153: Authors Share Small Business Success Tips from Self-Made Bosses https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-153-authors-share-small-business-success-tips-from-self-made-bosses/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-153-authors-share-small-business-success-tips-from-self-made-bosses/#comments Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:52:52 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/adfee5ac-633a-3ad5-b8fa-6671e3837397 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber President and CEO Jennifer Barrera and authors Jackie Reses and Lauren Weinberg discuss entrepreneurship and share tips for starting and managing a successful small business.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber President and CEO Jennifer Barrera and authors Jackie Reses and Lauren Weinberg discuss entrepreneurship and share tips for starting and managing a successful small business.

]]> CalChamber false No 1295 153 full Episode 152: Considerations, Best Practices for Returning to In-Person Work Arrangements Episode 152: Considerations, Best Practices for Returning to In-Person Work Arrangements https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-152-considerations-best-practices-for-returning-to-in-person-work-arrangements/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-152-considerations-best-practices-for-returning-to-in-person-work-arrangements/#comments Fri, 10 Jun 2022 09:12:55 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/610d2761-c2b5-3e79-8bf8-1c62343c4d63 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber HR Adviser Ellen Savage discuss hybrid and in-person work environments, and use real workplace examples to share best practices for employers.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber HR Adviser Ellen Savage discuss hybrid and in-person work environments, and use real workplace examples to share best practices for employers.

]]> CalChamber false No 1405 152 full Episode 151: CalChamber Hiring Checklist Makes Onboarding Easy Episode 151: CalChamber Hiring Checklist Makes Onboarding Easy https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-151-calchamber-hiring-checklist-makes-onboarding-easy/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-151-calchamber-hiring-checklist-makes-onboarding-easy/#comments Fri, 06 May 2022 09:27:08 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/75ab407b-0c5b-3be2-bbb7-35dc22b7e066 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad and CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts share highlights from the CalChamber Hiring Checklist, and discuss obtaining documentation from remote workers, employee handbook best practices and what employers should look for in a harassment training program.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad and CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts share highlights from the CalChamber Hiring Checklist, and discuss obtaining documentation from remote workers, employee handbook best practices and what employers should look for in a harassment training program.

]]> CalChamber false No 797 151 full Episode 150: Questions Remain on Workplace Emergency Bill Episode 150: Questions Remain on Workplace Emergency Bill https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-150-questions-remain-on-workplace-emergency-bill/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-150-questions-remain-on-workplace-emergency-bill/#comments Thu, 28 Apr 2022 09:57:50 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/7c210767-0331-3625-9764-6764fda996d0 In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss SB 1044 (Durazo; D-Los Angeles), a proposal that would allow employees to leave work or refuse to show up to work if the employee subjectively feels unsafe.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss SB 1044 (Durazo; D-Los Angeles), a proposal that would allow employees to leave work or refuse to show up to work if the employee subjectively feels unsafe.

]]> CalChamber false No 565 150 full Episode 149: Two Approaches to Worker Scheduling Episode 149: Two Approaches to Worker Scheduling https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-149-workplace-safety-proposals-to-watch/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-149-workplace-safety-proposals-to-watch/#comments Fri, 22 Apr 2022 09:29:15 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/eb70dea5-4058-38ff-95fc-bfb98a54d28c In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss AB 2932 (Low; D-Campbell), a proposal that would impose overtime requirements after 32 hours, and AB 1761 (Voepel; R-Santee), a proposal that would allow for an employee-selected flexible work schedule.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss AB 2932 (Low; D-Campbell), a proposal that would impose overtime requirements after 32 hours, and AB 1761 (Voepel; R-Santee), a proposal that would allow for an employee-selected flexible work schedule.

]]> CalChamber false No 612 149 full Episode 148: Important HR Bills to Watch This Year Episode 148: Important HR Bills to Watch This Year https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-148-important-hr-bills-to-watch-this-year/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-148-important-hr-bills-to-watch-this-year/#comments Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:21:11 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/4e7205c4-e479-3ee1-972a-d090780b6bee In this episode of The Workplace, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss three job killer bills under consideration in the California Legislature: SB 1044 (Durazo; D-Los Angeles), AB 2182 (Wicks; D-Oakland) and SB 1162 (Limón; D-Goleta).

]]> In this episode of The Workplace, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss three job killer bills under consideration in the California Legislature: SB 1044 (Durazo; D-Los Angeles), AB 2182 (Wicks; D-Oakland) and SB 1162 (Limón; D-Goleta).

]]> CalChamber false No 966 148 full Episode 147: Secretary Weber: Fostering Women Leaders Episode 147: Secretary Weber: Fostering Women Leaders https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-147-secretary-weber-fostering-women-leaders/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-147-secretary-weber-fostering-women-leaders/#comments Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:30:59 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/490ff393-72b4-3a2c-935b-7718130b9b31 In recognition of the conclusion of Women’s History Month, CalChamber today released a special edition of The Workplace podcast.  In this episode, CalChamber President and CEO Jennifer Barrera speaks with California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., who reflects on the influences that shaped her career, explains why business leaders should invest their time in mentoring future women leaders, and shares advice for company leaders who are working within their organizations to encourage women leaders.

]]> In recognition of the conclusion of Women’s History Month, CalChamber today released a special edition of The Workplace podcast.  In this episode, CalChamber President and CEO Jennifer Barrera speaks with California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., who reflects on the influences that shaped her career, explains why business leaders should invest their time in mentoring future women leaders, and shares advice for company leaders who are working within their organizations to encourage women leaders.

]]> CalChamber false No 1411 147 full Episode 146: Important Updates on Arbitration Law Episode 146: Important Updates on Arbitration Law https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-146-important-updates-on-arbitration-law/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-146-important-updates-on-arbitration-law/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2022 09:35:30 -0700 theworkplace.podbean.com/e8eb2622-4f18-3f01-b4f7-be13a4d87e9e In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad, and CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and James Ward discuss the recent federal law that amends the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) to make pre-dispute arbitration agreements and class action waivers invalid and unenforceable for claims of sexual harassment or sexual assault.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad, and CalChamber employment law experts Matthew Roberts and James Ward discuss the recent federal law that amends the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) to make pre-dispute arbitration agreements and class action waivers invalid and unenforceable for claims of sexual harassment or sexual assault.

]]> CalChamber false No 713 146 full Episode 145: New Bill Proposes Workplace Vaccine Law Episode 145: New Bill Proposes Workplace Vaccine Law https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-145-new-bill-proposes-workplace-vaccine-law/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-145-new-bill-proposes-workplace-vaccine-law/#comments Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:38:43 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/e89b7308-9951-3dad-aef3-7141490060a4 In this episode of The Workplace, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss AB 1993 (Wicks; D-Oakland), a bill recently introduced in the California Legislature that would mandate all California employers to establish a COVID-19 vaccination requirement for employees.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber policy advocate Ashley Hoffman discuss AB 1993 (Wicks; D-Oakland), a bill recently introduced in the California Legislature that would mandate all California employers to establish a COVID-19 vaccination requirement for employees.

]]> CalChamber false No 701 145 full Episode 144: California’s New COVID-19 Mask Rules Episode 144: California’s New COVID-19 Mask Rules https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-144-california-s-new-covid-19-mask-rules/ https://theworkplace.podbean.com/e/episode-144-california-s-new-covid-19-mask-rules/#comments Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:29:14 -0800 theworkplace.podbean.com/6eb3ac60-014f-37ac-a0e6-b0547dc9d621 In this episode of The Workplace, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad discuss the latest changes to California's universal indoor mask requirement and its impact on the workplace.

]]> In this episode of The Workplace, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts and CalChamber Labor and Employment Vice President Bianca Saad discuss the latest changes to California's universal indoor mask requirement and its impact on the workplace.

]]> CalChamber false No 898 144 full