In California Employment News, attorneys in Weintraub Tobin’s Labor & Employment practice group present a series of short, informational episodes designed to keep California employers up-to-date on legal developments in employment law.

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California Employment News: New Enforcement Tools for Wage Theft Judgments

In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Shauna Correia and Meagan Bainbridge discuss SB 261, a new law that strengthens enforcement of California wage judgments. Learn about the new public database for unpaid judgments, triple penalties for late payment, and mandatory attorney’s fees for enforcement. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube…

California Employment News: New AI Regulations for Employers

California’s new AI regulations will take effect on October 1, 2025, impacting how employers can use automated tools in hiring, recruitment, and beyond. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Shauna Correia break down what the rules mean, the risks of noncompliance, and the steps employers can take to stay…

California Employment News: 2026 Minimum Wage Updates

Another year, another minimum wage raise. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub attorneys Chris Horsley and Nikki Mahmoudi expand on updates to state and local wage increases and cover key cities like Santa Monica, City and County of Los Angeles. Watch this episode on YouTube or listen to this podcast episode here. Other…

California Employment News: Understanding the Regular Rate of Pay

In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub attorneys Ryan Abernethy and Talia Delanoy revisit the complexities of the regular rate of pay—a frequent issue in wage and hour class actions. From bonuses and shift differentials to common employer mistakes, they break down what must (and must not) be included in calculations, and the…

California Employment News: California Wage Compliance – Avoiding Legal Pitfalls

Whether setting pay for a new hire or adjusting compensation for a current employee, employers must navigate a range of legal considerations. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub employment attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi share key reminders to help employers stay compliant with California’s complex wage and hour laws. Watch this…

California Employment News: CA Local Minimum Wage Updates

Some California cities have raised their local minimum wage above the state rate of $16.50. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Nikki Mahmoudi and Chris Horsley cover key updates in cities like San Francisco, Berkeley, Emeryville, and Alameda. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast…

California Employment News: Gathering Information in a Workplace Investigation – Part 2 (Featured)

In this featured episode of California Employment News, Lizbeth (Beth) West and Meagan Bainbridge present part two of the Workplace Investigation Series, discussing best practices for collecting information during a workplace investigation. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here. Find the first installment of this series here. https://youtu.be/3BDRMoWwLPA?si=PHPR4nKHXXQ3OlZO Subscribe to…

California Employment News: Starting a Workplace Investigation – Part 1 (Featured)

In this episode of California Employment News, Lizbeth (Beth) West and Meagan Bainbridge present part one of the Workplace Investigation Series, discussing how to start an investigation following an employee complaint. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here. https://youtu.be/Rl14pML76UY?si=G9QvnDXC7vBy3z__ Subscribe to Podcast Subscribe on YouTube

California Employment News: Back to the Basics of Employee Pay Days

In this edition of California Employment News, Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi break down the basics of California paydays — from the timing of wage payments, payday considerations, and posting obligations. Whether you’re an HR pro or a business owner, this is a must-know compliance topic. Listen to this podcast episode here or watch this…

California Employment News: Breaking Down Los Angeles’ Fair Work Week Ordinance

Tune in to the latest edition of California Employment News, where Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi dive into LA County’s Fair Work Week Ordinance. Learn about key protections for retail workers, including scheduling rights, premium pay for schedule changes, and more. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode…

California Employment News: Document Checklist for Departing Employees

Weintraub Attorneys Nikki Mahmoudi and Tomiwa Aina discuss the essential documentation and paperwork employers need to provide when an employment relationship ends. From final paychecks to COBRA notices and WARN Act requirements, this episode of California Employment News provides key insights to help employers stay compliant. Watch this episode on…

California Employment News: California’s New Healthcare Minimum Wage

Big changes for CA healthcare workers! New minimum wage rates are in effect, with increases rolling out as of October 16, 2024. Weintraub attorneys  Nikki Mahmoudi and Jacqueline Simonovich make sure you’re up to date with the change on the latest episode of California Employment News. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or…

California Employment News: Minimum Wage Increases for 2025

Another year is drawing closer, and with it comes another minimum wage increase for California. Nikki Mahmoudi and Tomiwa Aina review the expected minimum wage increases for 2025 in this episode of California Employment News. Listen to this podcast episode or watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/jhWAFxVyGk4?si=re4nGouUb1DgrVog

California Employment News – Key Rules for California Employers: Business Expense Reimbursement

Are you reimbursing employees for business expenses? Weintraub attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi discuss key reimbursement policies under California law, including cell phone use and mileage for business travel in this episode of California Employment News. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here. https://youtu.be/RQogRCOnKbM?si=4Cx0kAn_UF4Zfw7l

California Employment News: Summer is Coming – is Your Worksite Ready for the Heat? (ARCHIVE)

As temperatures rise, California law requires employers with outdoor employees to take steps to protect workers from heat illness. Shauna Correia reviews Cal/OSHA’s ‘Heat Illness Prevention Standards’ for outdoor worksites in this archive episode of California Employment News. Listen to this podcast episode here. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6QHG9ZA5b0

California Employment News: Considerations for Employment Termination

Navigate California’s at-will employment landscape, ensuring professionalism and legality in employee termination. Nikki Mahmoudi and Tomiwa Aina of Weintraub Tobin’s Labor and Employment Group discuss the complexities on this installment of California Employment News. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here. https://youtu.be/HYxXfjRKBrw

California Employment News: Effective Disciplinary Procedures and Policies

Having a fair and meaningful disciplinary process can be a helpful tool for employers to improve employee performance. In this episode of California Employment News, employment attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi share their best practices for implementing effective disciplinary procedures in the workplace. Watch this episode on the Weintraub…

California Employment News: Expanded Workplace Protections Regarding Cannabis Use

New laws in 2024 expand workplace protections for employees regarding their current and past cannabis use. Nikki Mahmoudi and Tomiwa Aina review these changes, previewed in our 2024 Employment Law Update seminars, in this episode of California Employment News. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here. https://youtu.be/gxTLkgeSWdw

California Employment News: SB616 – Changes to Paid Sick Leave Law for 2024

California recently amended its sick leave law, the Healthy Families Healthy Workplace Act, by increasing paid sick leave accrual mandates and sick time cap amounts. Lizbeth (“Beth”) West and Shauna Correia discuss these changes on this episode of California Employment News. Listen to this podcast episode here or watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube…

California Employment News: Enforceability of Non-Compete Agreements

New legislation coming into effect in 2024 could have CA employers facing greater risks when it comes to using and enforcing non-compete agreements. Ryan Abernethy and Nikki Mahmoudi discuss the enforceability of non-compete agreements in this installment of California Employment News. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here.…

California Employment News: The Employment Start-Up Kit for Start-Ups – Part 2

When starting a business, there are many common employment issues to consider. Join Weintraub attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Ryan Abernethy in Part Two of their Employment Start-Up Kit for Start-Ups series for California Employment News, where they cover employee payroll, HR, and other important things for new businesses to consider to limit liability. Watch this…

California Employment News: The Employment Start-Up Kit for Start-Ups – Part 1

There are many common employment issues that start-ups might face. Weintraub attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Ryan Abernethy help review these issues in a two-part series for California Employment News. Join them in part one, which covers independent contractor classification and employment exemptions. Listen to this podcast episode here. Find Part Two of this Two-Part Series here. Watch…

California Employment News: Lesser Known Pay Exemptions

While some pay exemptions are fairly well-known, there are some, such as the Computer Professional and Sales exemptions, that are not as common. Meagan Bainbridge and Lukas Clary close out the pay exemptions series on California Employment News with this episode reviewing these two lesser known pay exemptions. Listen to this podcast episode here. Watch this…

California Employment News: Professional and Administrative Pay Exemptions

Two of the most common pay exemptions from federal and state overtime, meal and rest break, and minimum wage laws are the Professional and Administrative exemptions. Meagan Bainbridge and Lukas Clary detail how these two exemptions work in this episode of California Employment News. Listen to this podcast episode here. Watch this episode on…

California Employment News: The Executive Pay Exemption

The executive pay exemption is one of three so-called “white-collar” pay exemptions that exempt certain employees from state and/or federal overtime, minimum wage, and meal and rest break requirements. Meagan Bainbridge and Lukas Clary review this exemption in part 2 of this 4-part pay exemption series on California Employment News. Listen to the podcast episode…

The Briefing by the IP Law Blog: The Protectability of Short Phrases

While iconic catchphrases from TV and film can hold significant equity, protection of them can be spotty. Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler talk about the protectability of short phrases on this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog. Listen to this podcast episode here. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/TAZlDxCC2zg

California Employment News: Summer is Coming – is Your Worksite Ready for the Heat?

As temperatures rise, California law requires employers with outdoor employees to take steps to protect workers from heat illness. Shauna Correia reviews Cal/OSHA’s ‘Heat Illness Prevention Standards’ for outdoor worksites in this episode of California Employment News. Listen to this podcast episode here. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/gCoynQoew2g

The Briefing by the IP Law Blog: Woodward Asks Court to Dump Trump’s Complaint

Journalist Bob Woodward asked the court to dismiss former President Trump’s copyright infringement claim regarding Woodward’s audiobook “The Trump Tapes,” comprising 20 raw audio interviews with Trump. Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss this case on this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog. Cases Discussed: Trump v. Woodward Taggart v. WMAQ Channel…

California Employment News: The Basics of Mandatory Harassment Prevention Training

State law requires that employers take steps to prevent and correct wrongful behaviors in the workplace, such as discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Lizbeth (Beth) West explains what employers should know about mandatory harassment prevention training for non-supervisors and supervisors on this installment of California Employment News. Listen to the podcast episode here. Watch…

The Briefing by the IP Law Blog: Copyright Office Issues Guidance for Works Containing Material Generated by AI

The US Copyright Office issued a policy statement regarding the registration of works that contain material generated by AI technology. Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo talk about this clarification on this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog. Listen to this podcast episode here. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/MZ7hv9wfLVY

California Employment News: Understanding the Basics of Employee Personnel Files

Employee personnel files are an important aspect of any employer’s records. Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi review the basics of employee personnel files, including what should and should not be included and handling inspection requests, in this episode of California Employment News. Listen to this podcast episode here. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube…

The Briefing by the IP Law Blog: Did the Court Bag the MetaBirkin Case?

The jury hearing Hermes v. Rothschild found the artist’s ‘MetaBirkin’ NFTs constitutes trademark infringement and trademark dilution. Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo talk about this case on this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog. Listen to this podcast episode here. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/_L8KZtbrx0M

Webinar: Top 10 Developments in California Employment Laws for 2023

The California Legislature has passed, and Governor Newsom has signed, a flurry of new employment laws that will be kicking in as early as January 1, 2023.   It is that time of year where employers should begin making adjustments in their policies and practices to comply with the new employment…

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California Employment News: Starting a Workplace Investigation (Part 1)

In this episode of California Employment News, Lizbeth (Beth) West and Meagan Bainbridge present part one of the Workplace Investigation Series, discussing how to start an investigation following an employee complaint. Listen to the podcast episode here. Watch the full episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here:  https://youtu.be/oC54IjxQTqY

California Employment News: Introducing the Workplace Investigations Series

In this edition of California Employment News, Meagan Bainbridge and Lizbeth (Beth) West introduce a new four-part series about conducting effective and defensible workplace investigations and explain what each episode will cover. Listen to this podcast episode here. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/hUdxujGSQHk

The Briefing by the IP Law Blog: Update – Andy Warhol Foundation Urges Supreme Court to Reverse Fair Use Decision

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo provide an update on the copyright dispute between a photographer and the Andy Warhol Foundation over several Warhol paintings that utilize the photographer’s images as source material. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here. Listen to this podcast episode here:

The Briefing by the IP Law Blog: What The Settlement of Ratajkowski/Paparazzi Copyright Lawsuit Means For Fair Use

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo provide an update on the copyright infringement dispute between a paparazzo and Emily Ratajkowski, and discuss the settlement’s implications for Fair Use. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here. Listen to this podcast episode here:

The Briefing: The Supreme Court Grants Certiorari in Copyright Infringement Action Involving Warhol, Prince, and Goldsmith

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a photographer’s copyright infringement action against the Andy Warhol Foundation, over several Warhol paintings that utilize the photographer’s images as source material. Read more about this case on the IP Law Blog, here. Watch this episode…