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California employers face greater lawsuit risk under new criminal background check rules

By Sarah Downey | Monday, Nov 13, 2023 @ 12:13pm

Recent changes to the Fair Chance Act (FCA) mean there are new rules that California employers must follow when making decisions about new hires and what can be part of the background check, and employers should expect more lawsuits when denying people jobs
Los Angeles attorney says use of workplace apps by employers may come with legal risks

By Kyla Asbury | Monday, Oct 21, 2019 @ 7:02am

LOS ANGELES – While having digital workplace applications is a growing trend, a California defense attorney believes companies need to tread lightly so that they don't get sued by employees for being required to use the apps.