Medical Examinations for Applicants — Penske Takes It on the Chin
The Department of Fair Employment and Housing ("DFEH") has announced a $450,000 settlement with Penske Logistics on behalf of 13 delivery drivers. Penske took over delivery of [...]
Workplace Hotheads — Can They Be Sued?
The ABA Journal published an article about a news columnist in Alaska who responded to an inquiry by a law firm employee who wants to [...]
Attorneys’ Fees on an Appeal of a Labor Commissioner Decision: Arias v. Kardoulias
I'm reminded of the addage -- pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered -- as I read the case of Arias v. Kardoulias 2012 DJDAR 10297 (July 26, [...]
No Attorneys’ Fees for Missed Meals & Breaks: Kirby v. Immoos Fire Protection, Inc.
Employers scored a significant victory with the Supreme Court's decision in Kirby v. Immoos Fire Protection (2012) 53 Cal.4th 1244. The court determined that a [...]
Enforcing Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation Provisions in California
California employers are often concerned about their ability to prevent an employee from competing against the company, or soliciting customers or employees. In addition, employers [...]
A Flow Chart for Understanding an Employer Obligations Per EEOC Guidance on Considering Criminal Records in Employment Decisions
The EEOC issued a new guideline regarding the Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act [...]