California · Labor Code
LAB §2859: An employee is always bound to use such skill as he possesses, so far as the same is required, for the service specified.
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An employee must use their available skill as needed for their specified job duties.
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An employee is always bound to use such skill as he possesses, so far as the same is required, for the service specified.
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