Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Employment Law: Ninth Circuit Blocks California Ban On Workplace Arbitration Agreements
On February 15, 2023, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit released a highly anticipated decision on California’s attempted state-level ban on the use of mandatory pre-dispute arbitration agreements in employment law. In the case of Chamber of Commerce v. Bonta, the court of appeals affirmed an injunction put in place… Read More »
Recent California Regulatory Action Emphasizes The Importance Of Proper Worker Classification For Employers
On March 7, 2023, the State of California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) announced massive sanctions against Feld Care Therapy, Inc., based in Los Angeles County. The company purportedly misclassified approximately 1,280 workers. The DIR issued more than $9 million in financial penalties. The proceedings serve as a reminder for employers: Proper worker classification… Read More »
English-Only Policies: What Employers In Riverside County Should Know About Federal And State Law
Are you an employer in Riverside County considering implementing an English-only policy in your workplace? You would very likely be running afoul of state law. There were strict new workplace regulations put in place in 2018. There is also federal law on language-based workplace policies, but it is much less restrictive for employers. Here,… Read More »
Steps That An Employer Should Take When An Employee Sues In California
Businesses and organizations need strong relationships with their employees. A conflict with a worker can be stressful and frustrating—especially if a lawsuit is filed. Every employer has a right to defend itself against an employee’s lawsuit. It is imperative that employers know what to do. Here, our Riverside County employment lawyer highlights key steps… Read More »
California Court Grants Summary Judgment To Employer, No Workplace Harassment Claim For Employee With Personal Relationship
Earlier this year, the Court of Appeal for the State of California Fifth Appellate District issued an instructive decision in the case of Atalla v. Rite Aid Corp., 2023 WL 2521909. The court determined that an employee could not move forward with a sexual harassment claim because she had an extensive pre-employment social relationship… Read More »
What Businesses In Riverside County Need To Know About Employing Minors This Summer
A summer job is a right of passage for many teenagers. It can be a great way for young people to build a work ethic, gain new skills, and make some money in the process. With summer approaching, many businesses and organizations in Riverside County may be considering hiring teenagers as part-time staff. Employers… Read More »
California Civil Rights Department (CRD) Proposes Two-Month Extension For Employers To Meet State’s New Pay Data Reporting Requirements
According to a Human Resources Director (HRD) report, the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) has proposed an extension to give covered employers additional time to comply with the state’s pay data reporting requirements. In this blog post, our Riverside County workplace solutions attorney provides an overview of the key things employers should know about… Read More »
Wage And Hour Law: What California Employers Should Know About The Ninth Circuit’s Recent “Boot-Up” Time Decision
Recently, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit released an instructive decision in a key wage and hour dispute. In the case of Cadena v. Customer Connexx LLC, 51 F.4th 831, the appellate court overturned the decision of a lower court—ruling that “boot-up” time of call centers workers was compensable under… Read More »
What Are The Sexual Harassment Training Requirements For Non-Supervisory Employees In California? (2023)
Unfortunately, sexual harassment in the workplace has long been a problem, both in California and throughout the United States. The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) cites data showing that 38 percent of women and 14 percent of men state that they have personally experienced sexual harassment in the workplace. To address the issue,… Read More »
California’s FAST Act On Hold For Now—What It Means For Employers In Riverside County
On September 5, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom signed California’s Fast Food Accountability and Standards Recovery (FAST Recovery Act). The statute regulates wages and workplace conditions for “fast-food workers” who are employed at chain restaurants with at least 100 total nationwide locations. The law was set to take effect in California on January 1st, 2023…. Read More »
