Putting Your Head in the Sand Does Not Eliminate the Problem
We often compare a person who refuses to face problems to an ostrich that sticks its head in the sand. Ostriches don't really bury their heads in the sand. They do [...]
It’s Almost Time — Are You Really Ready For A Minimum Wage Increase?
On July1st the California minimum wage increases to $9.00 per hour. Are you ready for all of the consequences of this change? The obvious consequence is that overtime rates increase [...]
Men Who Cook
It's that time of year again when the Fresno Art Museum holds its annual "Men Who Cook" event. Fishman, Larsen & Callister has had a lot of fun over the [...]
Mother F********** Ass***** — Fighting Words But Not Firing Words
Nick Aguirre was the new kid on the block at Plaza Auto in Yuma, Arizona. Unlike the seasoned salespersons, Aguirre complained to co-workers and management about his commissions, breaks and [...]
Nothing Fails Like Workplace Romances
The IssueThe First Circuit Court of Appeals issued a ruling on the interesting question: Under what circumstances, if any, can an employer be held liable for sex discrimination under Title [...]
Are Employers Prohibited From Barring Personal Use Of Their Electronic Systems?
The Obama Administration is doing all it can to make unions relevant in the workplace. On April 30, 2014, the NLRB asked interested parties to submit amicus briefs on the [...]