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No Free Lunch: The Cost of Controlled Breaks and Commutes in Huerta v. CSI
In California, the Industrial Welfare Commission (IWC) plays a key role in establishing regulations for employee...
Navigating Class Actions: Insights from Miles v. Kirkland Stores, Inc.
In California, the Labor Code safeguards employees' rights to duty-free breaks and fair compensation for all hours...
Ortiz v. Randstad: Unpacking the FAA’s Transportation Worker Exemption
The Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) supports the enforcement of arbitration agreements and seeks to offer a faster,...
Lin v. Kaiser: Understanding Mixed Motive Claims in FEHA Disability Cases
The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) in California establishes a comprehensive framework for addressing...
Texts, Harassment, and Liability: Lessons from Atalla v. Rite Aid
In California, there are rigorous rules in place to address sexual harassment in the workplace. These rules take into...
The Clock is Ticking: Implications of Late Payments in Arbitration
Bearing the Burden: Understanding Summary Judgment in Employment Discrimination
In California, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) play pivotal roles in...
Defining “Dispute”: The Impact of the Ending Forced Arbitration Act on Harassment Claims
The Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act, effective March 3, 2022, invalidates...
Don’t Be Hasty: Crafting Conscionable Arbitration Agreements
Unconscionability is a legal doctrine that renders contracts unenforceable due to unfairness or oppression to a weaker...
Suarez v. Superior Court: Section 1281.97 and Timely Arbitration Payments
Standard form contracts, also called adhesion contracts, are legally binding agreements where one party, typically a...
Tough Pill to Swallow: PAGA’s Impact on Arbitration Waivers and “Poison Pill” Clauses
DeMarinis v. Heritage Bank of Commerce (2023) is a recent case that highlights the complex interplay between the...
PAGA Claims Prevail: California Supreme Court Resolves Manageability Dilemma
In legal terms, "manageability" refers to how practical it is to handle a claim or case in the court system. When...
PAGA on Trial: Assessing the Fair Pay and Employer Accountability Act
2024 will see the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) face a decisive vote. With the November 2024 ballot looming,...
Snoeck v. ExakTime: The Cost of Incivility
In the legal field, civility is more than just a courtesy—it is a fundamental principle that upholds professionalism,...
California Employment Law Changes in 2024: A Comprehensive Overview
As the new year approaches, California employers and employees alike must brace for significant changes in the state's...
AB 594 at a Glance: Key Changes in California Labor Code Enforcement
Currently, aside from private lawsuits, California labor law gives the Labor Commissioner sole authority to file...
AB 1228: California Serves Up a $20 Minimum Wage for Fast-Food Workers
In a significant development for California's fast-food industry in 2024, the Fast Food Accountability and Standards...
SB 525’s Minimum Wage Maze: New Challenges for California Healthcare Employers
California Governor Gavin Newsom has recently enacted significant changes to minimum wage regulations for healthcare...
Time Is of the Essence: Navigating PAGA Standing and Summary Judgment
California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) enables employees to sue employers for Labor Code violations,...
California’s Latest Moves to Curb Non-Compete Agreements
Non-compete agreements, once hailed as tools to protect an employer's trade secrets and competitive edge, have found...