Workplace violence is a serious issue that can affect any business, and you play an important role in reducing that risk. As Workplace Safety Month brings added focus to safety in the workplace, it is a good time to step back and evaluate what is currently in place and where there may be gaps. Creating a safe work environment involves more than maintaining written policies. It requires consistent leadership, clear expectations, and an ongoing focus on safety. California requi

Conversations about the four-day workweek are no longer theoretical. California employers are exploring compressed schedules, 32-hour models, and 9/80 arrangements to support retention, engagement, and work-life balance. While flexibility is evolving, California wage and hour laws are not. Before implementing a compressed schedule, employers must understand how daily overtime, meal and rest break rules, and wage payment requirements apply. A shorter week does not eliminate co