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Kalifornisches Recht

California Minimum Wage 2026: What Employers Need to Know

California minimum wage rules vary by city. From San Francisco to Los Angeles, here is what you must pay employees in 2026.

15. März 20262 Min. Lesezeit
Einstellungsleitfaden

Hiring Remote Workers in California: A Compliance Checklist

Remote workers in California trigger the same employment obligations as on-site employees. Here is what you need to handle before the first day.

12. März 20262 Min. Lesezeit
Kalifornisches Recht

Employee vs. Contractor in California: The ABC Test Explained

California uses the strict ABC test to determine worker classification. Misclassifying employees as contractors can lead to severe penalties.

10. März 20262 Min. Lesezeit
New Yorker Recht

New York Employment Law: The Essential Guide for Foreign Employers

New York has some of the strongest employee protections in the US. This guide covers what foreign employers must know before hiring in NY.

8. März 20262 Min. Lesezeit
Compliance

Anti-Harassment Training Requirements: California vs. New York

Both California and New York mandate anti-harassment training for employers. Here is what each state requires and how they differ.

6. März 20262 Min. Lesezeit
Einstellungsleitfaden

At-Will Employment in the US: What European Employers Must Understand

At-will employment means either party can end the relationship at any time. But it is not as simple as it sounds - especially in California.

4. März 20262 Min. Lesezeit
Kalifornisches Recht

California Paid Sick Leave: State and City Requirements for 2026

California guarantees 5 days of paid sick leave statewide, but many cities require more. Understand the rules before your first hire.

1. März 20262 Min. Lesezeit
Einstellungsleitfaden

How German Companies Can Hire in California Without a US Entity

You do not need a US subsidiary to hire in California. Here are your options as a German Mittelstand company expanding into the US.

26. Feb. 20262 Min. Lesezeit
Kalifornisches Recht

California Overtime Rules: Daily and Weekly Requirements Explained

California has daily overtime - not just weekly. Most employers outside the US are surprised by this rule. Here is how it works.

22. Feb. 20262 Min. Lesezeit
Compliance

Building a Compliant Employee Handbook for California and New York

An employee handbook is your first line of defense in employment disputes. Here is what it must include for CA and NY employees.

18. Feb. 20262 Min. Lesezeit