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By David M. Lester Atkinson, Anderson, Loya, Ruud & Romo As Carrie Fisher once said, “Everything is negotiable; whether or not the negotiation is easy is another thing.” A recent […]

From evolving wage and hour requirements to new developments affecting workplace safety, protected leaves, artificial intelligence, hiring practices, and employee rights, staying ahead of California’s changing employment laws is essential. […]

Written by various Employment Law Attorneys at Fisher Phillips With the federal government shutdown ending, employers need to shift gears fast. Key federal agencies will soon resume normal operations, and […]

California officials just announced that the statewide minimum wage will increase for all employers to $16.90 on January 1, 2026, as required by the state’s annual inflation-based adjustment process. The Department of Finance certified the applicable Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase with Friday’s announcement, triggering an…

California employers are encouraged to review their cellular phone and driving policies in light of a recent Court of Appeal decision which bars drivers from using any functions on a handheld cellular phone while driving. People v. Porter, 111 Cal. App. 5th 927, 333 Cal. Rptr.…

On July 1, 2025, multiple California cities and counties will implement mid‑year minimum wage increases. These adjustments generally reflect shifts in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and are designed to help employees keep pace with inflation. 

Andrea Y. Cervantes, Ann K. Smith, Paul S. Fleck Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo Workers’ Compensation claims and wage and hour lawsuits discovered they make great travel companions.  Employers […]

Update Provided by Scott & Whitehead The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released a revised Form I-9, which is now available on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) […]