June 26, 2024
Starting as a single office in the San Fernando Valley in 1984, PBW has grown to six offices across California with 15 partners, 41 attorneys and 79 staff today. Founding partner Barry Pearlman’s vision to provide California employers with better... Read MoreJune 6, 2024
While the widespread integration of artificial intelligence into recruitment and management tasks at companies has promised enhanced efficiency and objectivity, there are concerns over potential biases and discrimination. Lawmakers and regulators are responding with updated guidelines and new standards to... 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 MoreFebruary 15, 2024
After more than 20 years with Pearlman, Brown & Wax, Partner Bonnie Stern has retired from the firm. Handling complex workers’ compensation matters, Bonnie was an integral part of our team and contributed significantly to PB&W’s success throughout her tenure.... Read MoreFebruary 12, 2024
Passed in 2021, the Corporate Transparency Act established a federal standard for business incorporations with 20 or fewer employees and annual revenue under $5 million to file identifying information. In an interview with Los Angeles Business Journal and San Fernando Valley... Read MoreFebruary 1, 2024
On January 18, 2024, the California Supreme Court concluded in Estrada v. Royalty Carpet Mills, Inc. that manageability arguments alone can no longer be grounds for dismissal of a Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) claim. The Court held that, while trial courts... Read MoreAttention, California employers! Urgent legal updates require your immediate action. Noncompete clauses are now prohibited in employment contracts as of January 1, 2024; notify employees by February 14, 2024. Also, review and update your COVID-19 Prevention Programs promptly. Read on... Read More
January 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 MoreSenior Associates Jonathan Brown and Saerim Luciano are presenting “Cal/OSHA is Knocking, Are You Ready?” to the Professionals In Human Resources Association (PIHRA) Woodland Hills chapter. Their program will offer insights for HR professionals on Cal/OSHA, including: The Cal/OSHA investigation... Read More
December 19, 2023
Legal Updates for California Employers Law Settled on "Take-Home" COVID-19 In a win for California employers following Kuciemba v. Victory Woodworks, Inc., the law on take-home COVID has been settled. Employees who contract the virus may file a workers’ compensation claim,... Read More
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