The prospect of large-scale, unannounced ICE raids on workplaces is upon us with the launch of the second Trump administration. What employers need to know now is outlined HERE by
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Many of you know that there is no rhyme or reason as to when California decides to update their many required postings. So, dear readers, we wanted to let you…
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Doing Business in California Guide Updated for 2025
Our team has updated the firm’s handy Doing Business in California Guide for 2025. In this Guide we explain the key issues that make California such a compliance challenge for…
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Employer Obligations for Wild Fires Revisited
Unfortunately, today is a good day to revisit our blog post on employer obligations and employee protections for wildfires, smoke, power outages, and other natural disasters. Please review that post…
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Beware Minimum Wage Increases Throughout California In 2025
As we head into the new year, employers must continue to monitor minimum wages at the state and local level. California’s minimum wage will increase on January 1, 2025 to…
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Time to Update that California Arbitration Agreement for 2025
Mandatory arbitration is legal in California. As you are updating your handbooks and other policies for 2025, don’t forget to revisit your arbitration agreement. Some key issues to look…
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It’s that time of year for my annual holiday rituals: gingerbread lattes, Black Friday sales and employee handbook updates! As we move into 2025, California’s legal landscape continues to evolve…
Continue Reading Essential California Handbook Updates for 2025One Use of the “N-word” Lands an Employer in a Jury Trial – Lessons to Learn
One instance of a coworker directing the “N-word” to a Black employee can rise to the level of being so severe as to make for a racially hostile work environment…
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Big Changes Are Coming to California Summary Judgment Motions In 2025
Heads up to all employment litigators in California – changes are coming to the rules governing Motions for Summary Judgment and Summary Adjudication come January 1, 2025.
Both plaintiffs and…
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