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Private Plaintiff Attorneys Step Up in Title VII Disparate Impact Cases

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After the White House announced that it would “deprioritize” disparate impact cases, many employers may have mistakenly concluded that disparate impact liability was no longer a concern under Title VII. However, recent...more

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PAGA Paraphrased – Osuna v. Spectrum Security Services, Inc.

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The Second District Court of Appeal held that, under the pre-reform PAGA statute, an individual employee need not have been employed or experienced a Labor Code violation during the one-year PAGA limitations period to have...more

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California Court Narrows “Death Knell” Appeal Rule: Key Takeaways for Employers

In Chavez v. Hi-Grade Materials Co., the California Court of Appeal issued a ruling that significantly impacts how and when employees can appeal orders denying class certification, especially in cases involving both class...more

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May 2025 California Employment Law Notes

We invite you to review our newly-posted, May 2025 California Employment Law Notes, a comprehensive review of the latest and most significant developments in California employment law. The highlights include: Apple...more

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PAGA Paraphrased – Rose v. Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc.

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The First District held that a prevailing defendant in a PAGA action may not recover litigation costs from the California Labor Workforce Development Agency when the LWDA did not participate in the litigation....more

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California Court of Appeal Rejects "Headless" PAGA Claims in Williams v. Alacrity Solutions Group

In a significant development for California employers, the Court of Appeal in Williams v. Alacrity Solutions Group, LLC recently affirmed the dismissal of a Private Attorneys General Act (“PAGA”) claim brought solely on...more

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Reyes v. Hi-Grade Materials Co. – Continuing the Trend to Limit PAGA Gamesmanship

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The California Fourth District Court of Appeal’s decision in Reyes v. Hi-Grade Materials Co. continues the trend toward limiting plaintiffs’ abuse and improper weaponization of the California Private Attorneys General Act...more

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Explaining California’s Private Attorneys General Act

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Employers in California more than likely have heard of the Private Attorneys General Act, commonly referred to as PAGA. However, understanding what it is, how it functions, and how it can affect them can be challenging....more

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Labor and Employment Developments in California in 2025

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California often finds itself at the forefront of labor and employment law, with changes affecting employers each year. This year is no different. In 2025, employers can expect a variety of impactful changes to the...more

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Another Day, Another Dispute Between Appellate Courts Over Employment Arbitrations

The case of Parra Rodriguez v. Packers Sanitation Services LTD., LLC typifies the reason employers and employment counsel must stay on top of arbitration case developments....more

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An Update on PAGA Reform from the Trenches – Finally, Some Relief for Employers from Meritless Claims

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Last year, we reported on the reforms to the Private Attorney General Act (PAGA) that Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law on July 1, 2024. The reform legislation was pushed through to avoid a ballot vote on a measure...more

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California Employment News: Taking Advantage of the PAGA Reform – How Employers Can Lower Their Risk of PAGA Liability

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In this episode of California Employment News, Meagan Bainbridge and Ryan Abernethy break down the latest PAGA reforms and what employers need to know to reduce penalties and stay compliant. From new cure opportunities to...more

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(Podcast) California Employment News: Taking Advantage of the PAGA Reform – How Employers Can Lower Their Risk of PAGA Liability

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In this episode of California Employment News, Meagan Bainbridge and Ryan Abernethy break down the latest PAGA reforms and what employers need to know to reduce penalties and stay compliant. From new cure opportunities to...more

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PAGA Paraphrased – Parra Rodriguez v. Packers Sanitation, Inc.

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The Fourth District held that a motion to compel arbitration is not the correct vehicle to challenge a plaintiff’s failure to plead the individual component of a PAGA claim affirming the Superior Court’s denial of a motion to...more

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[Event] Workplace Horizons 2025 - April 30th - May 2nd, New York, NY

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The leading educational and networking conference — from the premier firm for employment + labor law - Join us at Workplace Horizons 2025, where attorneys, in-house counsel and HR leaders come together to share and solve...more

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[Webinar] Wage & Hour Minefield: Top Compliance Risks and Litigation Trends for 2025 - February 26th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

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Wage and hour claims—especially under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) and class action lawsuits—continue to rise at an alarming rate. With more PAGA notices filed than ever before and wage and hour class...more

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New Development for California Employers Defecting PAGA Claims

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Key Takeaways - - Meyers Nave recommends that employers consider utilizing Arbitration Agreements to reduce liability related to wage and hour claims. - Employers should update handbooks and arbitration agreements annually...more

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A Review of 2024 Labor & Employment Legislation in California

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The 2024 California legislative session saw the passage of a number of new and important labor and employment laws...more

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Employment Law 2025 Legal Update

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STAY AHEAD OF 2025’s LEGAL CHANGES - Review your employee handbook and employment contracts for necessary updates on these changes to the law, effective January 1, 2025. Employer Captive Audience Meetings are Banned...more

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Doing Business in California Guide Updated for 2025

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The allure of doing business in California is undeniable. It is the world’s fifth (and moving towards fourth) largest economy and a market of over 39 million people. For employers, however, California presents unique...more

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California Court of Appeal Says No More “Headless” PAGA Lawsuits

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In an effort to avoid arbitrating individual claims under the Private Attorneys General Act (“PAGA”), a recent trend emerged in California litigation involving “headless” PAGA lawsuits. Essentially, plaintiffs would expressly...more

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California Court of Appeal Leaves ‘Headless’ PAGA Claims Lifeless

In a significant development for California employers, the California Court of Appeal’s decision in Leeper v. Shipt, Inc. closed out 2024 by strengthening the enforceability of arbitration agreements in Private Attorneys...more

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Time Is Money: A Quick Wage-Hour Tip on … California Meal and Rest Period Requirements, Revisited

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In what many would consider to be an employer-friendly decision, more than a decade ago in Brinker Restaurant Corp. v. Superior Court, the California Supreme Court clarified many of the general requirements for meal and rest...more

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New California Labor and Employment Laws for 2025

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Every new year brings yuletide greetings, holiday festivities and, as sure as taxes, new California employment laws passed by the California Legislature and approved by the Governor. A brief summary of the most significant of...more

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[Webinar] Employment Law Update: Staying Compliant in 2025 - December 17th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm PT

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On December 17th, Allison Callaghan, Pavneet Singh Mac, Julia Botezatu and Varand Nikolaian will discuss significant new laws and recent case developments affecting employers in California. During this complimentary 60-minute...more

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