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Beginning January 1, 2026, California employers face a new compliance requirement regarding employee training records. While Senate Bill (SB) 513 does not require employers to create new training records or retain records they have not previously kept, it does...

One of the biggest mistakes employers make is waiting too long to involve employment counsel. At JorgensenHR, we often receive calls after an employee has retained an attorney, a difficult termination has already occurred, or an internal complaint has escalated into a...

Many California employers worked hard over the past two years to comply with the state's Workplace Violence Prevention requirements by developing written Workplace Violence Prevention Plans (WVPP), conducting hazard assessments, and training employees. Unfortunately,...

The IRS has announced a rare mid-year increase to the standard mileage reimbursement rates due to rising fuel costs. Although the announcement was made on July 13, 2026, the new rates are retroactive to July 1, 2026, creating an important compliance issue for...

In today’s competitive labor market, employers are constantly searching for ways to strengthen culture, recognize employees, and create a more connected workforce. One often-overlooked solution is a company web store. While many employers think of branded merchandise...

As temperatures rise across California, so do employer responsibilities. Heat illness remains one of the most serious - and preventable - workplace safety hazards facing employers today. Failing to comply with California’s heat illness prevention requirements can...

HR teams have become prime targets for cybercriminals because they manage some of an organization’s most sensitive data payroll information, Social Security numbers, employee banking details, medical records, and applicant information. Cyber threats are no longer just...

California employers already adjusted to the statewide minimum wage increase to $16.90 per hour effective January 1, 2026, but don’t assume that means you’re compliant. Many California cities and counties continue to impose higher local minimum wage rates, and several...

Employees are often the first to see problems but not always comfortable raising concerns directly. When organizations want to reduce risk, improve culture, and stay compliant, they create safe, confidential ways for employees to speak up. That’s where the We Want to...

Now that the April 30 posting deadline has passed, many employers are taking down their 2025 Form 300A (Annual Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses). But here’s the key message: your compliance responsibilities are far from over. At JorgensenHR, we often see...