California compliance topics.
Final Pay & Termination →
Most complex state. Must pay at termination location. Use-it-or-lose-it PTO policies are prohibited.
Paid Leave →
See workbook for full paid leave rules.
Pay Transparency →
SB 1162 effective 1/1/2023. Must include pay scale in all job postings. Pay data reporting also required.
Background Checks →
BTB via state and local laws. Credit checks restricted to specific positions (managerial, financial, security). ICRAA governs.
Non-Compete →
See workbook for full non-compete rules.
Meal & Rest Breaks →
See workbook for full meal & rest breaks rules.
Predictive Scheduling →
Los Angeles: 14-day notice. San Francisco: 2 weeks notice + premium pay. Emeryville: similar. No statewide law yet — AB 2825 pending.
New Hire Reporting
CA requires health insurance availability info. Electronic reporting preferred. 2 reporting period rule for payroll filers.
Payroll Tax & Garnishment →
Most complex. 13.3% top rate. SDI deducted separately. Wage garnishment formula differs from federal — more protective of employees. Child support: strict rules.
What to get.
Payroll Admin Bundle
Final Pay, Paid Leave, Meal & Rest, Payroll Tax & Garnishment — four workbooks built around payroll workflows.
Payroll friction score 4 > HR score 3.