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Doctor’s Note Not a Requirement for Using Paid Sick Leave
December 18, 2025

Can I require a doctor’s note after an employee has been out sick for three consecutive days? (...

Deductions from Employee Wages Not Allowed Except in Limited Cases
December 16, 2025

One of our employees is continually short on their cash drawer. Can we deduct the shortage from the employee’s tips if the employee agrees to the deduction? (...

2026 Social Security Taxable Wage Base, California SDI Withholding Rate Increase
December 11, 2025

On January 1, 2026, both the Social Security taxable wage base and California’s state disability insurance (SDI) withholding rate will increase. (...