November 13, 2025Back Online and On Alert: What Employers Must Do Now As the Government Shutdown Ends
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
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November 13, 2025
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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
August 13, 2025California Minimum Wage Will Increase to $16.90 for All Businesses on January 1, 2026: What Employers Should Do Now
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 impending rise in the statewide minimum wage for all businesses, regardless of size.
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August 13, 2025
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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 impending rise in the statewide minimum wage for all businesses, regardless of size.
July 17, 2025California Employers Should Review Their Cellular Phone and Driving Policies Following Recent Court of Appeals Decision
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. 3d 168, 171 (2025).
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July 17, 2025
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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. 3d 168, 171 (2025).
July 2, 2025Local Minimum Wages Increase Effective July 1, 2025
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.
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July 2, 2025
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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.
May 15, 2025Today’s Workers’ Comp Claim is Tomorrow’s Wage & Hour Headache
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
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May 15, 2025
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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
April 28, 2025DHS Releases Updated Form I-9
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)
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April 28, 2025
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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)
April 16, 2025Is It Time to Bring Everyone Back to the Office? 7 Issues for Employers to Assess Before Making This Move
Update Provided By: Lisa Nagele-Piazza, Terri R. Stewart of Fisher Phillips It’s been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic forever changed the way we approach remote work, but the push
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April 16, 2025
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Update Provided By: Lisa Nagele-Piazza, Terri R. Stewart of Fisher Phillips It’s been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic forever changed the way we approach remote work, but the push
