It is a common argument by plaintiff’s counsel in wage and hour class actions: The employer’s policy that requires the employee to remain on the company premises during 10-minute rest breaks facially violates California law.  Because the employer has a facially invalid rest break policy, it is a company wide policy that is uniform, and

As California employers already know, noncompliance with the numerous employment regulations can result in serious legal consequences, monetary penalties, and damage to an organization’s reputation. One of the most effective ways for employers to ensure compliance with employment laws is by using checklists. Checklists are useful tools that can help employers keep track of their

As we start 2023 it is a perfect time for companies to conduct a California employment law practices audit to ensure that policies are compliant, managers are properly trained, and the company is maintaining the required records for the necessary length of time.  Here are five topics to review in conducting an audit and a

Due to popular demand, my firm is replying our webinar we conducted recently discussing key California employment laws passed in this legislative session.  Attorneys from the firm discuss 5 general areas of new legislation facing California employers:

    • Coronavirus Bills
    • Leaves of Absence Bills
    • Wage and Hour Bills
    • Harassment/Discrimination/Retaliation Bills
    • Minimum wage increases in 2021 on

At the start of 2020, it is a good time to conduct a California employment law practices audit to ensure that policies are compliant, managers are properly trained, and the company is maintaining the required records for the necessary length of time.  Here are five areas to start with in conducting an audit and a

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!  I have been enjoying the excellent skiing in the Eastern Sierras (California’s snow pack is looking great this year).  So this Mammoth Skiingweek’s Friday’s Five article is a bit shorter, but I wanted to address five issues that the holidays create in regards to wage and hour issues in California:

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