Another year, another minimum wage raise. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub attorneys Chris Horsley and Nikki Mahmoudi expand on updates to state and local wage increases and cover key cities like Santa Monica, City and County of Los Angeles.Continue Reading California Employment News: 2026 Minimum Wage Updates
Nikki Mahmoudi
Nikki Mahmoudi is an associate in the Firm’s Labor & Employment practice group. Nikki earned her J.D. from UCLA Law and received her B.A. in International Relations from UC Davis.
California Employment News: California Wage Compliance – Avoiding Legal Pitfalls
Whether setting pay for a new hire or adjusting compensation for a current employee, employers must navigate a range of legal considerations. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub employment attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi share key reminders to help employers stay compliant with California’s complex wage and hour laws.Continue Reading California Employment News: California Wage Compliance – Avoiding Legal Pitfalls
California Employment News: CA Local Minimum Wage Updates
Some California cities have raised their local minimum wage above the state rate of $16.50. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Nikki Mahmoudi and Chris Horsley cover key updates in cities like San Francisco, Berkeley, Emeryville, and Alameda.Continue Reading California Employment News: CA Local Minimum Wage Updates
California Employment News: Back to the Basics of Employee Pay Days
In this edition of California Employment News, Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi break down the basics of California paydays — from the timing of wage payments, payday considerations, and posting obligations. Whether you’re an HR pro or a business owner, this is a must-know compliance topic.
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California Employment News: Fair Chance Act – A Brief Overview of Employment Criminal Background Checks
In this installment of California Employment News, Ryan Abernethy and Nikki Mahmoudi provide an essential overview of California’s Fair Chance Act—also known as the Ban the Box law. Learn what employers need to know about using criminal history in hiring decisions.Continue Reading California Employment News: Fair Chance Act – A Brief Overview of Employment Criminal Background Checks