California · Labor Code
LAB §4552: The reduction of compensation because of the serious and willful misconduct of an employee is not enforceable, valid, or binding in any respect until the appeals board has so determined by its finding
What this law says, in plain English
A reduction in employee compensation due to serious willful misconduct cannot take effect unless the appeals board formally approves it.
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The reduction of compensation because of the serious and willful misconduct of an employee is not enforceable, valid, or binding in any respect until the appeals board has so determined by its findings and award as provided in Chapter 6 of Part 4 of this division.
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