California Employment Contract
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California Legal Requirements
Key CA statutes and obligations that apply to your employment contract.
Requirements
- At-will employment is default — reinforce with explicit at-will clause
- Non-compete clauses are void and unenforceable under Business & Professions Code § 16600
- Paid sick leave required: minimum 40 hours or 5 days per year (SB 616, effective Jan 2024)
- California minimum wage: $16/hour statewide (higher in many cities)
- Overtime required for hours over 8/day or 40/week; double time over 12/day
Restrictions & Limits
- Non-solicitation clauses for customers and co-workers are also unenforceable in California
- Non-disclosure agreements cannot restrict employees from disclosing sexual harassment or assault (SB 331)
- Arbitration agreements for employment claims are restricted — consult counsel
Official Statute References
Primary California statutes governing this document type.
California Employment Contract FAQ
Common questions about employment contracts under California law.
Are non-compete agreements enforceable in California?
No. California Business & Professions Code § 16600 voids non-compete agreements for employees, with very limited exceptions for sale of a business. Employers cannot include or enforce them.
What are California's overtime rules?
California requires overtime at 1.5× for hours over 8 in a day or 40 in a week, and double time for hours over 12 in a day. This is more protective than federal FLSA which only triggers overtime at 40 hours/week.
How much paid sick leave is required in California?
Under SB 616 (effective January 1, 2024), California employees accrue at least 40 hours (5 days) of paid sick leave per year. This increased from the previous 24 hours (3 days).
Can California employers require arbitration?
AB 51 attempted to ban mandatory arbitration for employment claims, but federal courts have largely blocked enforcement. Employers may still use arbitration agreements, but these remain legally complex — consult counsel.
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