 In October 2023, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed off on several changes to state employment law. The following are three changes.
First, the Governor has expanded restrictions on non-compete agreements. Employers cannot deny former employees the right to employment in a lawful trade, business, or profession. Failing to comply may result in civil penalties of $2,500 per violation. Next, by no later than July 1, 2024, a majority of California employers need to implement Workplace Violence Prevention Plans. The plans will show how to report and respond to violent workplace incidents. In addition, employers must provide annual employee training on workplace violence-related topics and the plan. Lastly, from the start of 2024, workers will receive five days of protected time off related to a “reproductive loss event.” Qualified events include stillbirth, miscarriage, failed adoption or surrogacy, and unsuccessful assisted reproduction. The law differs from the state’s bereavement leave law since employers will not have the right to request documentation confirming that such a reproductive loss event occurred. Comments are closed.
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