January 7, 2025
Governor Gavin Newsom signed more laws in 2024 than any other governor in at least two decades. Partner Corinne Spencer and Senior Employment Counsel Cameron Stewart examined the most impactful workplace legislation changes in Daily Journal’s New Laws 2025 supplement.... Read MoreSeptember 11, 2024
On July 1, 2024, Governor Newsom signed two bills, AB 2228 and SB 92, altering the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) to include changes such as penalty caps and an expansion of the “cure process” to help resolve cases early.... Read MoreSeptember 4, 2024
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the workplace, particularly in recruitment and management. While the adoption of AI promises to enhance HR efficiency, it also introduces potential risks, including bias and discrimination. In his HR Daily Advisor article, Senior Associate Jonathan... Read MoreAugust 16, 2024
In recent years, California employers of all sizes have faced increased risk as targets of Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) lawsuits. However, Governor Newsom signed two bills, AB 2288 and SB 92, into law on July 1, 2024, effectively reforming... Read MoreAugust 9, 2024
Los Angeles Business Journal’s Inside the Valley sat down with Managing Partner Barry Pearlman to talk about how the firm is celebrating 40 years of defending California employers and five things about himself and the firm. Pearlman decided to start... Read MoreAugust 7, 2024
Recognized as one of 200 leaders making the biggest impact in the San Fernando Valley region, Managing Partner Barry Pearlman was featured on the 2024 Valley 200 list published by Los Angeles Business Journal: Inside the Valley. Pearlman was lauded for... Read MoreApril 10, 2024
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in employment decisions is rapidly advancing, offering employers a wealth of tools for recruitment and hiring. However, beneath the surface of its promising streamlined processes and enhanced decision-making lies a potential minefield of discrimination... Read MoreJanuary 11, 2024
As a guest on the Good Morning, HR podcast, Partner Corinne Spencer discussed the latest changes in California employment law, including: California’s Fair Chance Act regulations Who qualifies as an employer or employee under the FCA The criminal history inquiry... Read MoreNovember 3, 2023
Following the Kuciemba v. Victory Woodworks, Inc. decision in California, the law on “take-home COVID” has been settled: Employees who contract COVID-19 at work may bring a workers’ compensation claim against their employer but they and their family members are... Read MoreFebruary 8, 2023
A consumer arbitration case against Coinbase Inc. before the U.S. Supreme Court will affect how cost-efficient arbitration is for employers. The case involves whether an appeal of a district court's denial of a motion to compel arbitration stays the litigation or... Read More
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