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Never-Ending Leaves of Absence

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Never-Ending Leaves of Absence Posted by Giuliana Gabriel, Senior HR Compliance Director on January 14, 2026 Tags: Leave Laws, Policies One complicated issue that comes up for many employers is when an employee has exhausted all protected leave, but then requests an extension of leave as a reasonable accommodation for a disability or medical condition.…

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Why All Employers Should Have an Employee Handbook

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Why All Employers Should Have an Employee Handbook Posted by Virginia Young, HR Compliance Director on January 7, 2026 Tags: Compliance, Employee Handbook Each year, you should evaluate your Employee Handbook to ensure it is updated to reflect your current policies and applicable laws. Based on the new laws for 2026, important recommended updates this…

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2026 New Laws Toolkit

2026 New Laws Toolkit Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A toolkit of forms and instructions to assist employers in complying with new laws for 2026. Members get instant, full access…

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Emergency Contact Form (Spanish)

Emergency Contact Form (Spanish) Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member Los empleados, tanto nuevos como actuales, tienen derecho a designar una persona de contacto en caso de ser arrestados o detenidos…

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Emergency Contact Form (English)

Emergency Contact Form (English) Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member New and current employees have the right to designate an emergency contact in case they are arrested or detained at work.…

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Workplace Know Your Rights Notice Available Now in English and Spanish

Workplace Know Your Rights Notice Available Now in English and Spanish Posted by Giuliana Gabriel, HR Compliance Director on January 5, 2026 Tags: Compliance, Posting/Notice The California Labor Commissioner recently published its brand-new Workplace Know Your Rights Notice in both English and Spanish! This is important because a new 2026 law (SB 294) requires employers…

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2026 IRS Mileage Rate Announced!

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2026 IRS Mileage Rate Announced! Posted by Giuliana Gabriel, HR Compliance Director on December 30, 2025 Tags: Compliance Many employers use the IRS standard mileage rate to reimburse employees for business travel when using their personal vehicle (and for good reason—more on that below). On December 29, the IRS announced that the standard mileage rate for…

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Covered Employers Fact Sheet

Covered Employers Fact Sheet Download A fact sheet to help employers determine applicable leave laws based on employee headcount. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access, PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email…

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CFRA vs. FMLA Medical Certifications & Insurance Premiums Fact Sheet

CFRA vs. FMLA Medical Certifications & Insurance Premiums Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A comparison chart between CFRA and FMLA on medical certification, recertification, releases to return to…

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Cal/OSHA Issues Mid-Year Update To Required Posting

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Cal/OSHA Issues Mid-Year Update To Required Posting Posted by Virginia Young, HR Compliance Director on July 21, 2025 Tags: Compliance Cal/OSHA has issued a July 2025 update to its required “Safety and Health Protection On the Job” Notice. The Notice provides employees with information about employer safety obligations and employees’ rights, such as reporting unsafe…

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$4M Verdict for Failing to Address Workplace Gossip

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$4M Verdict for Failing to Address Workplace Gossip Posted by Giuliana Gabriel, HR Compliance Director on July 2, 2025 Tags: Harassment Prevention With the advancement in AI technology, bad actors have new ways of causing harm, from mimicking someone’s voice to scam a loved one, to altering images and spreading false information. This type of…

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Model Crime Victims Notice (AB 2499) Now Available

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Model Crime Victims Notice (AB 2499) Now Available Posted by Giuliana Gabriel, Senior HR Compliance Director on July 1, 2025 Tags: Compliance On July 1, 2025, California published the Model Crime Victims Notice, “Survivors of Violence and Family Members of Victims Right to Leave and Accommodations,” which is available on the Civil Rights Department Website.…

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Wage Theft Protection Act Notice Labor Code 2810.5 in Spanish

Wage Theft Protection Act Notice Labor Code 2810.5 in Spanish Download Aviso proporcionado a empleados no exentos en cumplimiento con la Sección 2810.5 del Código Laboral. Debe entregarse al momento de la contratación y cada vez que cambie cualquier información en el aviso. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone…

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Direct Deposit Authorization Form in Spanish

Direct Deposit Authorization Form in Spanish Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member Esta forma es utilizado por los empleados para permitr y proveer informacion de cuentas para el deposito directo de…

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EDD For Your Benefit Pamphlet DE2320 in Spanish

EDD For Your Benefit Pamphlet DE2320 in Spanish Download Paquete del EDD sobre el programa de seguro de desempleo de California. El empleador debe proporcionarlo a cualquier empleado que este despedido, su relacion laboral se terminada, o con licencia, antes de su ultimo dia de trabajo. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:…

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Meal Period Waiver (Spanish)

Meal Period Waiver (Spanish) Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member Documento firmado por un trabajador para renunciar voluntariamente a su derecho a un periodo de comida bajo condiciones especificas permitidas por…

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Meal & Rest Period Acknowledgment (Spanish)

Meal & Rest Period Acknowledgment (Spanish) Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member Un formulario para que los empleados reconozcan su comprensión de los derechos a los descansos y comidas y las…

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Recruiting and Hiring Toolkit

Recruiting and Hiring Toolkit Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A toolkit covering hiring in California, including compliance requirements, interviewing, background checks, and onboarding best practices. Members get instant, full access…

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Reasonable Accommodations Toolkit

Reasonable Accommodations Toolkit Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A toolkit covering California’s reasonable accommodation requirements, including forms, medical certifications, the interactive process, and common scenarios. Members get instant, full access…

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Performance Evaluation Toolkit

Performance Evaluation Toolkit Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A toolkit to implement a performance evaluation program, covering review types and best practices. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms…

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Pay Scales Toolkit

Pay Scales Toolkit Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A toolkit to help employers satisfy California’s pay transparency requirements, including establishing pay scales and maintaining required records. Members get instant, full…

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Leaves of Absence Toolkit

Leaves of Absence Toolkit Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A toolkit to help employers administer leaves of absence, including required forms and notices for Pregnancy Disability, California Family Rights Act…

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Alternative Work Weeks Toolkit

Alternative Work Weeks Toolkit Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A toolkit to help employers develop and maintain a compliant Alternative Work Week Schedule under California law. Members get instant, full…

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Workplace Violence Prevention Program (WVPP) Fact Sheet

Workplace Violence Prevention Program (WVPP) Fact Sheet Download A fact sheet outlining California’s requirements on workplace violence prevention plans for general industry employers. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access, PLUS:   Unlimited…

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Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Template

Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Template Download A download to Cal/OSHA’s model workplace violence prevention plan for general industry employers. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access, PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email…

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Workplace Violence Prevention for Healthcare Cal-OSHA Sample

Workplace Violence Prevention for Healthcare Cal-OSHA Sample Download A link to CalOHSA’s model workplace violence prevention plan for healthcare settings. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access, PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and…

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Workers’ Compensation Pre-designation

Workers’ Compensation Pre-designation Download A form for employees to predesignate a personal physician or chiropractor for work-related injuries, as allowed by California’s workers’ compensation laws. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access,…

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Supervisor’s Accident Investigation Form

Supervisor’s Accident Investigation Form Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A sample form used by supervisors to report accidents and to document observations and occurrences for a work-related accident. Members get…

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Safety Incident Report Form

Safety Incident Report Form Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A sample form used in reporting unsafe conditions, near misses and incidents not involving injury as a part of an employee’s…

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Return to Work Form Sample

Return to Work Form Sample Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A sample form for returning an employee to work, including the job’s mental and physical requirements. Members get instant, full…

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Report of Injury Form

Report of Injury Form Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A sample form used to report work-related injury/illness by an employee. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited…

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OSHA Identify Your Standard Industrial Classification Code (SIC)

OSHA Identify Your Standard Industrial Classification Code (SIC) Download A link to OSHA’s website for searching Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access, PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone…

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Wage Theft Protection Act Notice Labor Code 2810.5

Wage Theft Protection Act Notice Labor Code 2810.5 Download A notice provided to non-exempt employees in compliance with Labor Code Section 2810.5. It must be given at the time of hire and whenever any information in the notice changes. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only…

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W-4 Form

W-4 Form Download A form for employees to complete to ensure correct federal income tax withholdings. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access, PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website…

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USCIS Guidance for Completing Form I-9

USCIS Guidance for Completing Form I-9 Download USCIS instructions for completing Form I-9. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access, PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts…

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Telephone Reference Check

Telephone Reference Check Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A form for employers to check a candidate’s references by telephone. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR…

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Offer Letter Sample

Offer Letter Sample Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A sample offer letter template outlining basic terms and conditions of employment to a potential candidate, including an at-will disclosure. Members get…

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New Hire & Orientation Checklist

New Hire & Orientation Checklist Download A sample checklist for new hire orientation, including required documents, topics, and activities. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access, PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email…

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Minor Work Permit

Minor Work Permit Download A link to California’s Department of Education providing guidelines for obtaining a work permit for minors. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access, PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and…

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I-9 Retention Worksheet for Terminated Employees

I-9 Retention Worksheet for Terminated Employees Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A downloadable worksheet to help employers track how long they must retain the I-9 Form for former employees. Members…

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I-9 Form

I-9 Form Download A document required by the USCIS for all new hires. The form is used to verify a person’s identity and legal authorization to work in the U.S. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member…

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I-9 Audit & Correction Worksheet

I-9 Audit & Correction Worksheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A downloadable worksheet used for conducting an internal I-9 audit. The worksheet creates a record of all Form I-9s, including…

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Health Care Security Ordinance (San Francisco)

Health Care Security Ordinance (San Francisco) Download San Francisco’s HCSO requires employers with 20 or more employees (or 50 or more for non-profits) to make minimum health care expenditures on behalf of their covered employees. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts…

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Mandated Reporter Penal Code Provisions

Mandated Reporter Penal Code Provisions Download A form outlining key Penal Code provisions related to mandated reporters. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full access, PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only…

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FCRA Notice of Consumer Rights

FCRA Notice of Consumer Rights Download A form notifying consumers and employees of their FCRA rights, including on background checks and actions taken based on consumer reports. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant…

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Drivers License Fact Sheet

Drivers License Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member It is unlawful to require an applicant to provide a driver’s license unless driving is required of the position. This fact…

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Direct Deposit Authorization Form

Direct Deposit Authorization Form Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A form for employees to authorize and provide account information for the direct deposit of their wages. Members get instant, full…

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Criminal History Sample Forms – CRD

Criminal History Sample Forms – CRD Download A packet from California’s Civil Rights Department including sample forms to satisfy California’s requirements when assessing an applicant’s criminal history after a conditional job offer. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become…

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Criminal History Individualized Assessment

Criminal History Individualized Assessment Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member In California, employers with 5 or more employees can’t ask about criminal history until after a conditional job offer. Before denying…

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Personnel File Contents Fact Sheet

Personnel File Contents Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A fact sheet outlining California laws relating to maintaining employee personnel files, recordkeeping requirements and employee rights to inspect or…

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Personal Information Change

Personal Information Change Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A form employees can use to request updates to their personal information, such as name, address, and contact information. Members get instant,…

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Pay Scale Worksheet (SB 1162)

Pay Scale Worksheet (SB 1162) Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A worksheet employers can use to establish pay scales as required by California law. Members get instant, full access to…

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Pay Scale Fact Sheet

Pay Scale Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A fact sheet explaining California’s requirement to provide pay scales to employees and applicants, as well as job posting obligations for…

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Terminating Multiple Employees Fact Sheet

Terminating Multiple Employees Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A fact sheet explaining furloughs, layoffs, and reductions in force, along with key requirements. Members get instant, full access to…

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Stay Interview v. Exit Interview v. Performance Review Chart

Stay Interview v. Exit Interview v. Performance Review Chart Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A chart highlighting the differences in purpose, timing, responsible party, and format between stay interviews, performance…

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Stay Interview Questions

Stay Interview Questions Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member Sample questions to help managers gather insights on employee satisfaction, engagement, and retention during stay interviews. Members get instant, full access to…

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Stay Interview Preparation Template

Stay Interview Preparation Template Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A form for managers on key topics to consider when preparing for a stay interview with employees. Members get instant, full…

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Stay Interview Checklist

Stay Interview Checklist Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A checklist to guide managers in conducting stay interviews, identifying employee motivations, and uncovering retention and engagement opportunities. Members get instant, full…

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Performance Improvement Plan

Performance Improvement Plan Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A plan outlining specific areas where an employee’s performance is lacking, providing clear steps and timelines for improvement. Members get instant, full…

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Performance Evaluation

Performance Evaluation Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A standardized form used to assess employee performance, provide feedback, and guide development based on predefined criteria. Members get instant, full access to…

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Management Review Worksheet

Management Review Worksheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A form used to document performance issues, attendance concerns or violations of company policies. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms…

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Employee Self Assessment

Employee Self Assessment Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A form to document an employee’s self-assessment as part of the performance review, supporting open discussions on areas for improvement. Members get…

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Employee Performance Goals

Employee Performance Goals Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A form for tracking an employee’s performance goals between the employee and their manager. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms…

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Employee Complaint/Resolution Form

Employee Complaint/Resolution Form Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A form to document an employee’s complaint and the employer’s resolution of it, as applicable. Members get instant, full access to HR…

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Time Off Request Form

Time Off Request Form Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A form employees can use to request time off. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone…

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Telecommuting Guidelines for Exempt Employees

Telecommuting Guidelines for Exempt Employees Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A document to help assess whether telecommuting is appropriate for exempt employees, outline key considerations, and create a telecommuting agreement.…

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Split Shift Compensation Table

Split Shift Compensation Table Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A table for calculating if and how much an employee is owed as a premium for working a split shift. Members…

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Reporting Time Pay Fact Sheet

Reporting Time Pay Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A fact sheet explaining an employer’s responsibilities when an employee reports to work but is not assigned work or is…

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Remote Work Policy

Remote Work Policy Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A sample policy and agreement for employers with remote employees, addressing recording work time, equipment and expenses, compliance with employer policies, and…

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Mileage Reimbursement Fact Sheet

Mileage Reimbursement Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A fact sheet explaining when and how employees are reimbursed for work-related use of their personal vehicle. Members get instant, full…

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Meal Period Waiver

Meal Period Waiver Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member Document signed by an employee to voluntarily waive their right to a meal period under specific conditions allowed by law. Members get…

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Deceased Employee Wage Collection Form

Deceased Employee Wage Collection Form Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A form for a designated beneficiary or legal representative to request and collect final wages owed to a deceased employee,…

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Deceased Employee Fact Sheet

Deceased Employee Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A fact sheet outlining steps and best practices after an employee passes away, including how to process the final paycheck. Members…

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Day of Rest Policy & Waiver

Day of Rest Policy & Waiver Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A document outlining the one-day-of-rest-in-seven policy and requirements, allowing employees to acknowledge and voluntarily waive this right with employer…

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Commission Agreements Fact Sheet

Commission Agreements Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A fact sheet on commission agreement requirements, including when to create one and key recommendations. Members get instant, full access to…

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Absenteeism Calculator

Absenteeism Calculator Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member High absenteeism and turnover can strain an organization’s finances. This guide offers basic formulas to calculate rates and costs, helping employers with budgeting,…

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USERRA Time Off Request Form

USERRA Time Off Request Form Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A sample form for employees to request USERRA (military service) leave, including anticipated dates and use of accrued time. Members…

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USERRA Request for Reinstatement

USERRA Request for Reinstatement Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A sample form for employees to request reinstatement after USERRA (military service) leave. Reemployment is generally required, with timelines based on…

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USERRA Designation Notice for Use by Employer

USERRA Designation Notice for Use by Employer Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A downloadable, customizable form for employers to designate USERRA (military service) leave, including details on health care benefits,…

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PDL CFRA FMLA Comparison Chart

PDL CFRA FMLA Comparison Chart Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A chart comparing differences in eligibility, benefits, coverage and requirements for PDL, CFRA, and FMLA in California. Members get instant,…

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Paid Sick Leave in CA Fact Sheet

Paid Sick Leave in CA Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A fact sheet on California’s mandatory paid sick leave requirements, including options for providing it and managing employee…

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CFRA ONLY Notice of Rights and Responsibilities – less than 50 Employees

CFRA ONLY Notice of Rights and Responsibilities – less than 50 Employees Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member This form is used to notify an employee whether they are eligible for…

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CFRA ONLY Designation Notice – less than 50 Employees

CFRA ONLY Designation Notice – less than 50 Employees Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member This form is used to designate CFRA leave once the employer receives sufficient information that the…

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Exempt Employee Deductions Fact Sheet

Exempt Employee Deductions Fact Sheet Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member This fact sheet provides guidance on full and partial-day deductions from an exempt employee’s accrued leave balance and on the…

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Reasonable Accommodation Checklist

Reasonable Accommodation Checklist Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member A reasonable accommodation checklist to help supervisors engage in the interactive process for a disability accommodation, ensuring consistency, compliance, and documentation of…

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Immigration Inspection Required Notice – Spanish

Immigration Inspection Required Notice – Spanish Download Este formulario debe colocarse en un lugar visible para los empleados dentro de las 72 horas de haber recibido una Notificación de Inspección de Formularios I-9 por parte de una agencia de inmigración. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support…

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Layoffs, Furloughs, and More Fact Sheet

Layoffs, Furloughs, and More Fact Sheet Download A fact sheet with guidance on furloughs and layoffs, including when to use each option and the steps to take. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant…

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HIPP Notice (DHCS 9061)

HIPP Notice (DHCS 9061) Download A notice that must be provided to most employees leaving their job in California. It informs employees about eligibility for financial assistance with health insurance premiums. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a…

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Employee Change in Relationship

Employee Change in Relationship Download California’s Unemployment Insurance Code requires employers to notify employees of changes in their employment status, such as terminations, layoffs, or reductions in hours. This sample form can be used to satisfy these requirements. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website…

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Minimum Wage – Covered Health Care Employees Posting

Minimum Wage – Covered Health Care Employees Posting Download This DIR notice is required to be visibly posted to inform eligible health care workers of their minimum wage rights. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members…

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California & U.S. Unemployment Rates

California & U.S. Unemployment Rates Download A direct link to the California EDD website for labor market information, including data by labor force, industry and occupation. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant full…

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PDL CFRA FMLA Fact Sheet

PDL CFRA FMLA Fact Sheet Download A fact sheet on PDL, CFRA, and FMLA, explaining each leave type, when the leaves can run concurrently, how to calculate coverage periods, and available state wage replacement programs. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts…

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PDL and/or Reasonable Accommodation – Certification Health Care Provider

PDL and/or Reasonable Accommodation – Certification Health Care Provider Download Employers can request this form from employees’ healthcare providers to verify pregnancy-related health issues, ensuring compliance with privacy requirements while obtaining necessary information. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more!…

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CFRA / FMLA Medical Certification Form – Spanish

CFRA / FMLA Medical Certification Form – Spanish Download Este formulario del Departamento de Derechos Civiles verifica la necesidad de un empleado de obtener una licencia FMLA o CFRA debido a una condición de salud grave. Debe ser completado por el profesional de la salud del empleado. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms…

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CFRA / FMLA Medical Certification Form

CFRA / FMLA Medical Certification Form Download This Civil Rights Department form verifies an employee’s need for FMLA or CFRA leave due to a serious health condition. It must be completed by the employee’s health care provider. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access…

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Paid Family Leave Eligibility Fact Sheet

Paid Family Leave Eligibility Fact Sheet Download A fact sheet on EDD’s Paid Family Leave, describing eligibility for wage replacement benefits and the distinction between PFL benefits and unpaid leave rights. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a…

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Family Care & Medical Leave Fact Sheet

Family Care & Medical Leave Fact Sheet Download This Civil Rights Department form provides employees with information about Family Care and Medical Leave options, including benefits like State Disability and Paid Family Leave wage replacement. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts…

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2026 Employment Laws and Employers They Affect Chart

2026 Employment Laws and Employers They Affect Chart Download This fact sheet helps employers determine which California and federal laws apply to them based on employee headcount. Members get instant, full access to HR Forms PLUS:   Unlimited HR phone and email support   Members-only website access and discounts …and more! Become a Member Members get instant…

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Exempt Analysis Worksheet – Salesperson

Exempt Analysis Worksheet – Salesperson Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member Download This worksheet helps determine whether an inside or outside sales position is exempt or non-exempt. Employers use it to…

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Exempt Analysis Worksheet – Professional Exemption

Exempt Analysis Worksheet – Professional Exemption Please verify your membership credentials: Email Password Log In Members get instant, full access, PLUS: Unlimited HR phone and email support Members-only training and discounts …and more! Become a Member Download This worksheet helps determine whether a professional position is exempt or non-exempt. Employers use it to describe the…

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