NLRB on Social Media
In recent decisions, the board has been critical of policies restricting employees' rights under the labor act, explains M. Michael Cole of Miller Law Group.
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NLRB on Social Media
Decisions That Shape the Workplace
Important court opinions over the past year force in-house counsel to review company policies and procedures, says Lisa Lawson of Pennington Lawson.
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Key Employment Cases of the Year
Recent decisions force in-house counsel to review company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with changing laws, says Lisa Lawson of Pennington Lawson.
More Wrinkles in the Wage Theft Act
The labor commissioner's newly adopted regulations raise additional questions for employers regarding the recent legislation, exlpain Carolyn Rashby and Joe Mascovich of Miller Law Group.
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'Harris' Simplifies Classification
The Supreme Court offered no bright-line rule on administrative exemptions, but rejected the previous, rigid standard, says M. Michael Cole of Miller Law Group
New Laws for Employers
Several statutes went into effect this year that will require companies to review their policies and procedures, explain McManis Faulkner attorneys.
Misclassification Gets More Expensive
A new law lays heavy fines on employers willfully categorizing "employees" as "independent contractors," explain Littler Mendelson attorneys.
Vendor Control in the Age of HR Outsourcing
Companies considering moving operations to third-parties should carefully review the terms of their contracts to ensure availability of recourse, explain Paul Hastings attorneys.
Enforce Policies Uniformly
Disparate application of company rules can be used as evidence of discriminatory intent, advises Morin Jacob of Liebert Cassidy Whitmore.
'Brinker' Issues Explained
The Supreme Court's decision could impact employer practices and create a rift between state and federal class certification requirements, says Brian Ashe of Seyfarth Shaw.
Employers, Sit Tight and Wait for 'Brinker'
The upcoming California Supreme Court decision could shed light on employers' obligation to provide suitable seating, explain Sheppard, Mullin attorneys.
New Compliance Obligations for Businesses
A law taking effect next year mandates new wage disclosure requirements for employers, explains Carolyn Rashby of Miller Law Group.
'Brinker' at The Supreme Court
Both sides, with persuasive arguments, aimed to convince the justices to resolve the meal-break issue in their favor, explains Aaron W. Heisler of Sheppard Mullin.
Know What Not to Ask
During a job interview, a seemingly innocent question might land the prospective employer in hot water, explain a Rosen, Bien & Galvan partner and law clerk.
California Expands Pregnancy Benefits
A bill to take effect next year will expand eligibility for insurance coverage of women on medical leave, explains Sharon Terman of Legal Aid Society-Employment Law Center.
Facing Limits on Background Checks
Employers may soon lose the ability to verify prospective employees' credit scores as part of the job-screening process, explain Littler Mendelson attorneys.
Timing Is Everything Under CFRA
Carolyn Rashby of Miller Law group explains that employees who don't return to work after 12 weeks of leave have no right to reinstatment, according to a recent court of appeal decision.
Wage-and-Hour Challenges in Drug Sales
Federal courts split on whether pharmaceutical sales reps are exempt from overtime laws as their employers contend, explain Elizabeth Roth and Robert W. Luckinbill of GCA Law Partners.
Dodd-Frank Endangers Trade Secrets
Whistleblower retaliation rules may complicate protection of sensitive information for employers, explain Thad Davis and Veronica Alegria of Ropes & Gray.
Court Complicates Wage-and-Hour Law
Post "Sullivan," California employers must be ready to tackle numerous arguments as to the breadth of its application, explain Seyfarth Shaw attorneys.
Plaintiffs Score Wage-and-Hour Win
Supreme Court held that out-of-state employees doing work in California must be paid under state overtime laws, explains Joseph Mascovich of Miller Law Group.
Curbing Harassment in the Workplace
Sexual transgression can damage a company's reputation and cost millions in legal expenses, explain Nixon Peabody attorneys.
Employers Pull Out Overtime Win
Court of appeal held a mutual wage agreement valid, but employers should be careful not to violate federal law in utilizing them, explains Lisa Lawson of Pennington Lawson.
Fed Contractors under Microscope
Employers contracting with the U.S. government can expect closer monitoring on affirmative action and other employment practices, explain Orrick attorneys.
When Key Employees Go to Competitors
Employment decisions often carry litigation concerns, but careful planning can help avoid most pitfalls, explains Rachael Meny of Keker & Van Nest.
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