October 8, 2024
We are thrilled to welcome Cameron Stewart as Senior Counsel in the firm’s Employment and Labor Group. Cameron has more than 30 years of experience defending clients in disability and pregnancy discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour violations, and wrongful... Read MoreSeptember 25, 2024
Join Us for PB&W’s Must-Attend Employment Law Symposium 2024! From the latest workplace laws and trends to best practices, we’ve got you covered. Gain actionable insights and protect your company from potential legal pitfalls as our expert panelists lead discussions on... 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 23, 2024
CELEBRATING 40 YEARS Dear Clients, Staff and Colleagues: As we celebrate our firm's 40th anniversary, there’s no better time to reflect on this incredible journey. The passion for justice that inspired me to establish the firm in 1984 has only... 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 MoreAugust 1, 2024
The California Lawyers Association Workers’ Compensation Section presented Clifford Sweet with the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his legal expertise, professionalism, community service and considerable lifetime contributions to the workers’ compensation practice. Sweet has been a Certified Specialist in Workers’... Read MoreJuly 15, 2024
New CA Labor Code § 6401.9 Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) Rule Goes Into Effect on July 1, 2024 This is a reminder that the new WVPP rule will go into effect on July 1, 2024. All California employers must... Read More
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