Looking for an expert on CA state labor laws

[Asile]

I figure I'll take a chance here because there's a lot of people on the PC, even just lurking, and it would be awesome if I could have an expert in my corner.

I just got promoted to Benefits Administrator for a nationwide company, and part of my new duties includes handling leaves (FMLA, disability, personal LOAs) for our West Region that includes California, along with issues with vacation and sick time for the whole company. I have an HR manager who's been working in CA for ages, but even she has questions about complying with the state laws, so she and my predecessor at times would just muddle through...since our corporate headquarters is 5000 miles away in Virginia.

Is there anyone here very familiar and well versed in California law regarding sick and vacation time usage and the CA disability regulations, that wouldn't mind me emailing or PMing you from time to time with questions or looking for clarification? Feel free to PM me, or IM me (it may take me a while to get back to you during the day, or I may respond immediately).

Thanks!

[Alfster]

I have employees that work for me that live in California and I'd be willing to help you out. I wouldn't say that I'm an expert - but can certainly attempt to help you out.

Out of all my employees, the most annoying state to deal with is California. Hell, even the one's overseas are easier to work with.

[msconstrew]

I figure I'll take a chance here because there's a lot of people on the PC, even just lurking, and it would be awesome if I could have an expert in my corner.

I just got promoted to Benefits Administrator for a nationwide company, and part of my new duties includes handling leaves (FMLA, disability, personal LOAs) for our West Region that includes California, along with issues with vacation and sick time for the whole company. I have an HR manager who's been working in CA for ages, but even she has questions about complying with the state laws, so she and my predecessor at times would just muddle through...since our corporate headquarters is 5000 miles away in Virginia.

Is there anyone here very familiar and well versed in California law regarding sick and vacation time usage and the CA disability regulations, that wouldn't mind me emailing or PMing you from time to time with questions or looking for clarification? Feel free to PM me, or IM me (it may take me a while to get back to you during the day, or I may respond immediately).

Thanks!

Find a CA labor lawyer. Ask them your questions. Pay them for their advice. Asking on the PC is going to get you inaccurate, conflicting advice at best. And possibly herpes at worst.

[Liagala]

Find a CA labor lawyer. Ask them your questions. Pay them for their advice. Asking on the PC is going to get you inaccurate, conflicting advice at best.
This. "But that's what they told me on the PC!" is not going to go well as a legal defense if you get the wrong advice from someone.

[Gelston]

Lawyers exist for a reason. If you are paying the guy and he gives you bad advice you have recourse, free advice from some person on the PC will cause you to get screwed. For your own protection get an attorney that knows this stuff.

[msconstrew]

Lawyers exist for a reason. If you are paying the guy and he gives you bad advice you have recourse, free advice from some person on the PC will cause you to get screwed. For your own protection get an attorney that knows this stuff.

Not only that, but FMLA and labor law are incredibly complex and detail-oriented with high damage awards available to plaintiffs in the event that the laws are violated.