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Grande or Venti? CA Supreme Court Weighs in on the De Minimis Question
De minimis is a Latin phrase that refers to something of little importance, or very irrelevant. The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) recognizes that some employee duties are so small, or take such little
When Managers Go “Rogue”: Franchise & Employment Law Implications
by Matthew J. Soroky & Tal Burnovski Yeyni What should an employer do when an employee violates Company policies or when the employee’s actions reflect poorly on the Company? Most employers use disciplinary actions – anything
FAA and NLRA: Can’t We All Just Get Along?
Employment Defense by Tal Burnovski Yeyni 818-907-3224 On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a long-awaited decision confirming the enforceability of class action waivers in employment arbitration agreements. The background: As previously written, in 2016
Dear Boss: I’m sick. Please Don’t Pay Me. Sincerely…
Employment Compliance by Tal Burnovski Yeyni 818-907-3224 This may not be the best time of year to talk about sick leave. The days are longer. The sun is shining. The weather is hotter. And, workplaces…
Employment Defense: It’s Raining Complaints
Employment Defense by Tal Burnovski Yeyni 818-907-3224 If you missed recent news regarding the #MeToo movement – welcome back from outer space! The Me Too movement has been sweeping the U.S. and the world since October 2017,
California Employers: Governor Brown Signs Important New Legislation re Parental Leave and Hiring
Employment Defense by Tal Burnovski Yeyni 818-907-3224 You can like it. You can hate it. But one thing is certain: California is a trend-setter when it comes to employees’ rights. Maintaining that tradition, Governor Brown
Hiring and Firing in Los Angeles: Fair Chance Initiative Update
Employment Defense by Tal Burnovski Yeyni 818-907-3224 We told you about Los Angeles’ Ban the Box ordinance in early December. Also known as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), the new regulation seeks
Employer Responsibilities re Mental Health Conditions
by Sue M. Bendavid & Tal Burnovski Yeyni The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently issued a “User-Friendly Document” explaining the rights of job applicants and employees with mental health conditions. In doing so, the EEOC has confirmed that individuals with such conditions are protected from
California Employer Compliance 2017
by: Lewitt Hackman’s Employment Practice Group 818-990-2120 There have been significant changes to state and federal laws in 2016 affecting employers of all sizes and in many industries. We’d like to help our clients stay
Criminal Background Checks: Banning the Box in Los Angeles
Employer Compliance Attorney Employer Update 02.09.17 The City updated its website with further information and resources for both Private Employers and City Contractors, including official notices for applicants and employees, sample letters and rules for