In a significant ruling for employers, the California Court of Appeal has validated the use of “prospective” meal period waivers, allowing workers to voluntarily waive their meal breaks in advance
Continue Reading California Court Rules in Favor of Prospective Meal Period Waivers for EmployersHot Topics Webinar: Managing ICE and DEI in Your Workplace!
You are invited! On April 23, 2025, from Noon to 1:00 p.m. PST, our team will present a free webinar explaining how employers can prepare for surprise visits by U.S.
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As wearable technology continues to evolve, smart glasses are becoming an increasingly popular accessory. While these devices offer numerous benefits, they also present unique legal challenges, particularly in California, where
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New California Law Empowers Employers to Seek Restraining Orders for Third Party Harassment, Not Just Violence or Threats, in the Workplace
Introduction
Consider the following scenarios: A customer repeatedly enters your company’s workplace, berates your employees, uses profanity, and then leaves. (Let’s call her “Cruella.”) Or perhaps a customer consistently comes
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Key parts of President Donald Trump’s executive orders seeking to end diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives (DEI) in the workplace were recently ruled unconstitutional by a federal court in Maryland.
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Dining with Dogs – A Restaurant Owner’s Guide to Serving Customers with Furry Friends (Part 1 – Service Pets)
Dogs are a human’s best friend – but are they the hospitality industry’s best friend, too? Restaurant owners may be wondering what their rights, responsibilities, and options are with respect
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A Primer on How to Deal with A.B. 1228 and the Fast Food Council’s Impact on Minimum Wage in the Golden State
A.B. 1228 is a controversial law in California that went into effect on September 28, 2023, which we initially covered here and here, and does two main things. First
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In recent years, TikTok has become a widely used platform for communication and content sharing, boasting nearly 2 billion users globally and 170 million active users in the U.S. alone
Continue Reading Preparing for a TikTok Ban: What Employers Should Do to Ensure Access to Crucial Information Before It DisappearsPresident Trump Sacks DEI Programs: Key Considerations for California Employers
Since re-taking the White House 11 days ago, President Donald J. Trump has taken dramatic steps to dismantle DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) programs in workplaces nationwide. President Trump’s executive
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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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