When a California business faces a lawsuit filed for former or current employees, they must do everything possible to defend the reputation of the company. Lawsuits, even when filed without merit, can negatively impact the perception of the company, leading to loss of...
Employment Litigation
New laws related to cannabis use could affect hiring practices
When considering new employees, those in charge of the hiring process need to be aware of new legislation. California has recently enacted some laws that could affect the hiring process and cause issues for business owners if they are not aware of the changes. These...
Businesses should be aware of California’s new noncompete law
Noncompete agreements are used in many industries in states around the nation. California, however, has a history of prohibiting and voiding noncompete agreements. Noncompete agreements are supposed to help businesses keep their intellectual property safe once an...
Does my employee have a hostile work environment case?
As the owner of a large company in California, you might not know every employee by name. This is not unusual for business owners who employ more than 500 workers. Like all employers, you have an obligation to maintain safety in the workplace. A hostile work...
Disney facing lawsuit related to alleged pay gap
Disney is a well-known brand in California that employs many people in various capacities. The company has seen its share of lawsuits previously. It is now facing a civil lawsuit filed on behalf of some of the company’s female employees. They allege that they were not...
Home Depot settles lawsuit related to unpaid wages
A long-running class action lawsuit filed against Home Depot on behalf of some California employees has finally been settled. The class action lawsuit was initially filed in March 2016. The trial was supposed to happen this year, but Home Depot decided to settle in...
Focus Financial Partners facing lawsuit over noncompetes
Noncompete agreements are commonly used by many companies in California to prevent former employees from sharing trade secrets and other valuable information with competitors. Many companies require an employee to sign a noncompete clause during the negotiation...
Age discrimination in job ads can expose employers to lawsuits
Employers recognize that older workers can be valuable members of their workforce. Still, employers might post job advertisements that unintentionally discriminate against these older workers. If a worker believes they were denied the opportunity to apply for a job...
Defending yourself against a discrimination claim
Attracting and retaining the best and most talented employees is usually a top priority for California employers. However, there may come a time when you are accused of discrimination in your hiring or firing processes, and you should be prepared to defend yourself....
What’s your company response to California’s push for diversity?
As a California employer, inclusion is no doubt a top priority in your company. This may be especially true in light of Governor Gavin Newsom's increased push for diversity in the workforce. Whether you are a CEO, board director or other company executive, these...