Weintraub attorneys Shauna Correia and Lukas Clary as they discuss the new PAGA reform, offering insights on how it impacts California employers and steps they can take to stay compliant in the latest episode of “California Employment News.”Continue Reading California Employment News: Navigating the New PAGA Reforms: What Employers Need to Know

On July 1, 2024 Governor Newsom signed SB-92 and AB-2288 into law, which instituted sweeping reforms to California’s Private Attorneys General Act (“PAGA”). PAGA was passed 20 years ago to provide a private mechanism for employees to pursue claims on behalf of the Labor and Workforce Development Agency (“LWDA”) against employers for alleged Labor Code violations. PAGA was meant to improve compensation for and benefit workers in California, but in practice has largely benefitted plaintiffs’ attorneys, which was why reforms were necessary.Continue Reading PAGA Reform: Key Takeaways for California Employers

This week on “California Employment News,” Shauna Correia joins Entertainment attorney Scott Hervey on “The Briefing” to discuss the FTC’s recent final rule banning post-employment non-compete clauses and how it will affect non-scripted or reality television talent.Continue Reading California Employment News: Is The FTC Recent Rule on Non-Competes a New Reality for Reality Stars

Meagan Bainbridge and Lukas Clary from Weintraub Tobin’s Labor and Employment Group dive into the California Supreme Court case Huerta vs. CSI Electrical Contractors. Discover the key takeaways for employers on what constitutes compensable work time for pre- and post-shift activities in this latest installment.Continue Reading California Employment News: Can Pre- and Post-Shift Activities Be Compensated

Essential leave laws every CA employer should know!  Weintraub Tobin attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Ryan Abernethy break down the key points and provide practical advice on managing these leaves in the latest installment of California Employment News.Continue Reading California Employment News: Brief Overview of Leave Laws All California Employers Should Be Aware Of