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August 14, 2024
The recent decision by the California Supreme Court in Turrieta v. Lyft, Inc. is a significant win for employers facing multiple lawsuits under the state's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). This ruling clarifies that a plaintiff (the person suing) in one PAGA lawsuit does not have the right to intervene or object to a settlement in another, even if that settlement would effectively end their own case. This decision is crucial for employers as it reduces the uncertainty and potential complications when dealing with overlapping PAGA claims.
News
August 8, 2024
No doubt: social media has become a powerful tool for communication and personal expression. But the misuse of social media can lead to significant legal consequences, impacting both employees and employers. Understanding these repercussions is crucial for navigating the intersection of social media and employment law.
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August 6, 2024
It was long the rule in California that if a party to an arbitration agreement wanted to compel arbitration, it could wait to do so as long as the other party could not demonstrate that they were prejudiced by the delay. Practically, this meant that businesses (employers included) could compel arbitration even after months of delay as long as the other party couldn't prove they were prejudiced by the delay
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August 1, 2024
In a landmark ruling, California's Supreme Court has solidified the status of app-based drivers, such as those working for Uber and Lyft, as independent contractors. This decision announced last Thursday, upholds Proposition 22, a measure approved by California voters in 2020. The ruling represents a significant victory for the ride-hailing industry, which has argued that classifying drivers as employees would force many companies to reduce or even cease operations in the state.
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July 30, 2024
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has abandoned its proposed joint employer rules, which—as we’ve said before—would have made it easier for employees to argue that one or more corporate entities were the employer of record for an employee. From the start, the NLRB’s proposed rule was met with challenges in federal district court in Texas, which struck down the rule for reasons we need not concern ourselves with here. But, just recently, the NLRB has decided to drop its appeal of the Texas federal court’s ruling, effectively meaning that the NLRB’s joint-employer rules remain struck down.
Resources
July 25, 2024
In today's dynamic workplace environment, where the focus on harassment prevention has intensified, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has underscored the critical role of workplace investigations. Recently released guidance highlights essential practices to ensure these investigations are conducted promptly, thoroughly, and effectively, aligning with legal standards and promoting fair outcome
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July 23, 2024
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), recently passed by the U.S. Congress to combat money laundering and criminal activities, imposes stringent reporting—disclosure—requirements on certain businesses, termed "Reporting Companies." Under the CTA, Reporting Companies must disclose details about their owners—formally known as beneficial ownership information (BOI)— to FinCEN, a bureau of the United States Department of the Treasury. Non-compliance with the CTA can lead to severe civil and criminal penalties, including imprisonment for up to two years.
News
July 22, 2024
Every once in a while, a court issues a surprising decision. Such is the case with a recent decision involving paternity leave. In a recent case, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals determined that a father was not legally entitled to take paternity leave under the Federal Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) before the birth of his child.
Resources
July 18, 2024
In today's digital world, cybersecurity threats are diverse and increasingly sophisticated. From phishing attacks that deceive users into divulging sensitive information to ransomware that encrypts data for extortion, these threats pose significant risks to organizations and individuals alike. Understanding these threats is essential for implementing effective cybersecurity measures.
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July 16, 2024
Snapchat’s parent company, Snap Inc., (“Snap”) has agreed to pay $15 million and make significant changes to its employment practices following accusations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation against women. The settlement with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) is significant because it required the company to go beyond what state laws currently mandate, potentially providing insight into future legislation
