At Sanford A. Kassel, A Professional Law Corporation, we specialize in representing employees in employment law matters, including the complexities of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act. This article aims to provide an overview of the WARN Act and how it applies to employees in the San Bernardino Riverside Inland Empire region.
What is the WARN Act?
The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act is a U.S. labor law that protects employees, their families, and communities by requiring employers to provide a 60-day notice in advance of covered plant closings and mass layoffs. This advance notice gives employees and their families some transition time to adjust to the prospective loss of employment, to seek and obtain other jobs, and, if necessary, to enter skill training or retraining that will allow these employees to compete successfully in the job market.
Who Does the WARN Act Apply To?
Generally, the WARN Act applies to employers with 100 or more employees, not counting those who have worked fewer than six months in the last twelve-month work period, or those who work an average of less than 20 hours a week. Employees entitled to advance notice under the WARN Act include managers, supervisors, hourly wage, and salaried workers.
WARN Act in California
In California, the WARN Act applies to a “covered establishment” that employs or has employed in the preceding 12 months, 75 or more full and part-time employees. The California WARN law requires employers to give a 60-day notice to the affected employees and both state and local representatives before a plant closing or mass layoff.
How Sanford A. Kassel, A Professional Law Corporation Can Help
At Sanford A. Kassel, we have a team of experienced attorneys who can help you navigate through the legal intricacies of the WARN Act. We can provide guidance on your rights under this act and represent you in any disputes that may arise.
If you are an employee in the San Bernardino Riverside Inland Empire region and believe your rights under the WARN Act have been violated, don’t hesitate to reach out to us for a consultation.
Remember, understanding your rights under employment laws not only protects your interests but also contributes to a fair and equitable workplace.
