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Long-Awaited Brinker Decision Finally Here; Good News for California Employers
The extremely long wait is over: We finally have a decision from the California Supreme Court in the case of Brinker Restaurant Group v. Superior Court of San Diego – and some much-needed guidance on the state’s meal and rest break rules.
Joint Settlement of Workers’ Comp and Discrimination Claims Fails Without Appeals Board Approval
When you face multiple employment-related claims brought by the same individual, a “global” settlement of the claims holds obvious appeal. Who wouldn’t want to cap their costs and avoid lengthy litigation?
California Supreme Court Decision In Brinker Is Here!
The California Supreme Court has just released its long-awaited decision in the Brinker case, ruling that employers must relieve employees of all duty during meal periods – but need not ensure that no work is done during that time. For more on the case, check out the California Courts press release on the breaking decision.
Weather Closing: Must You Pay Employees Who Are Not at Work?
When you experience a weather closing, how do you handle pay for your employees? Must you pay everyone? What are the differences between non-exempt and exempt employee pay?
Retaliation Claims: So Common, and So Stupid
Retaliation is now the leading basis for charges against employers, and it remains the stupidest of all charges. Stupid because most retaliation charges can be avoided if managers and supervisors just think before they act.
Harassment: Men and Women Are Different
Yesterday, attorney Jonathan Segal illuminated the risks in office romances; today, three women and a man discuss sex in the office.
Office Romance in the Real World
Office romances are one of the biggest legal risks managers can take, says attorney Jonathan Segal. Even when relationships appear to be totally consensual, they’re dangerous from a legal standpoint.
Cal/OSHA Inspections: How To Effectively Prepare For A Surprise Visit From Cal/OSHA
By Don Dressler, Don Dressler Consulting Are you ready for Cal/OSHA inspectors? Each year Cal/OSHA inspects between 9,000 and 10,000 employers in California, with 240 field personnel devoted to this task. If one of your employees has a serious injury (which must be reported to Cal/OSHA within 8 hours), that will likely trigger an inspection. […]
Waiting Time Penalties for Final Pay
Yesterday, we looked at the rules for final pay in California, including the deadlines by which you must pay employees who are leaving either voluntarily or involuntarily. What happens if you miss those deadlines?