Mandatory Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for California Employers

Mandatory Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for California Employers

ByOlin Lewin

Avoiding legal issues as a business owner requires a proactive approach. Sexual harassment has dominated the headlines recently. In response, the California Legislature has passed Bill 1343 which places some additional requirements on California Employers. California Senate Bill 1343 now requires California employers with at least five (5) employees to provide sexual harassment prevention training…

Is Your Business Covered Under Your CGL For Intentional Acts Of Its Employees?

ByAl Yahner

YES, ACCORDING TO THE CALIFORNIA SUPREME COURT An employer was entitled to insurance coverage under its comprehensive general liability (“CGL”) policy for claims of negligent hiring, retention, or supervision of an employee even when the employee allegedly acted intentionally, according to a recent case decided by the California Supreme Court. In the recent case of Liberty…