Posts by Sara Curtis
Wage and Hour Checklist
A checklist for supervisors to track wage and hour requirements on a daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis. Examples include tracking time, reviewing overtime, and auditing meal and rest breaks.
Read MoreUnpaid Training Request Form
A form outlining the requirements for unpaid, voluntary training. Includes employee’s acknowledgment that the training will not be considered paid time.
Read MoreUniform Maintenance – Fact Sheet
A fact sheet explaining employer responsibilities when requiring employees to wear uniforms.
Read MoreTravel Time Pay – Fact Sheet
A fact sheet explaining when travel time pay applies and employer options for pay rates.
Read MoreTraining Time Pay – Fact Sheet
A fact sheet to guide employers on when training time is compensable for non-exempt employees.
Read MoreOvertime – Fact Sheet
A fact sheet outlining California’s overtime requirements for non-exempt employees, including daily and weekly overtime rules, premium calculations, payment deadlines, and day of rest rights.
Read MoreOn Duty Meal Period Agreement
California law allows on-duty meal periods for non-exempt employees only in limited situations. A sample agreement for employees to consent to on-duty meal periods, when permitted. Employers are strongly encouraged to consult legal counsel before using this or any employee agreement.
Read MoreOn Call Agreement
Fact sheet regarding “on-call” or “standby” arrangements, including a sample agreement. Employers are advised to consult legal counsel before using this or any employee agreement.
Read MoreGarnishment – Multiple Orders – Fact Sheet
Provides guidance on managing multiple garnishments for one employee and determining the correct priority based on order type.
Read MoreExempt to Nonexempt – Employee Relations Tips
Provides guidance on changing an employee’s classification from exempt (salaried) to nonexempt (hourly), including best practices for employers.
Read MoreJob Description Toolkit
A toolkit to help employers write job descriptions, with examples, tips, and useful resources.
Read MoreInvestigations in the Workplace Toolkit
A toolkit to help employers conduct workplace investigations, with guidance on planning, interviewing, and concluding the process.
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