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Rude Awakening: Cal/OSHA Cites Multiple Employers for COVID-19 Violations

By Rick Reyes

September 4, 2020

The Golden State continues to be submerged in a rather bizarre reality. State and local government officials continue to juggle between safety and health concerns in one hand, and economic turmoil on the other. With no concise timeline as to when will business may go back to “normal” operations, employers must continue to comply with the labyrinth of federal, state and local rules regulations addressing COVID-19 issues. Unsurprisingly, administrative agencies have begun turning their resources…

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Five Employment Law Developments Impacting California Employers

By Anthony Zaller

August 28, 2020

As August comes to a close there are major developments for California employers. Of primary note, the Governor set forth a new four-tiered system plan for businesses to reopen, which becomes effective on Monday, August 31, 2020. There was additional DOL guidance issued this week regarding the FFCRA and paid leave once schools reopen, a disagreement between Governor Newsom and the CDC on testing (and what does this mean for employers), and what the future…

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Are waiver of liability forms for COVID-19 enforceable in California?

By Anthony Zaller

August 21, 2020

As the end of summer is nearing, and there is no clear date for businesses and activities to fully reopen across the United States and California, more and more attention has been given to what protections businesses have from COVID-19 related lawsuits. Many businesses find it a necessity to reopen during this time of uncertainty in order to simply avoid going out of business – they must do something to pay their rent, insurance, and…

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New York Federal Court Invalidates DOL Final Regulations on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

By Anthony Zaller

August 14, 2020

On April 1, 2020, the Department of Labor issued its Final Rule implementing the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), pursuant to the authority it was granted under the law to issue regulations the implement the statute. The State of New York filed a lawsuit (State of New York v. United States Department of Labor, et al.) challenging four aspects of the DOL’s regulations set forth in the Final Rule: (1) the “work-availability” requirement, (2)…

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Vacation Time Under California Law: Traps For Employers

By Anthony Zaller

August 7, 2020

Hope you have been able to enjoy the summer, even during the pandemic. As many employees take (or consider taking) vacation during August, employers in California must be aware of unique rules that apply to vacation time. This Friday’s Five reviews five issues on vacation policies that can create traps for employers operating in California: 1. No use-it-or-lose-it policies permitted. Under California law, vacation is treated the same as earned wages and vest as the…

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Turning Up The Heat: The California Labor Commissioner Files Lawsuits Against Lyft and Uber for Improperly Classifying Drivers as Independent Contractors

By Rick Reyes

August 6, 2020

08/13/2020 UPDATE: On the date of the initial publication of this article, the Labor Commissioner’s lawsuits against ride-sharing behemoths Uber and Lyft, were in the early stages. But, the Labor Commissioner’s office is not the only entity seeking relief from the court against Uber and Lyft. Back on May 5, 2020, the California Attorney General brought action against these companies to enjoin them from continuing to classify their drivers as independent contractors. Fast forward in…

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Five Issues Employers Must Understand About The Labor Commissioner Hearing Process

By Anthony Zaller

July 31, 2020

Employers need to prepare and plan on how to defend claims brought before the California Labor Commissioner. With some planning, the process is a lot less daunting. Here are five issues employers must understand in defending Labor Commissioner claims: 1. Understanding the claims made by the employee. Employers usually become aware of a complaint to the Labor Commissioner when they receive a Notice of Claim and Conference from the Labor Commissioner’s office. Employers are not…

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Recent Decision Warns That Employers With Poorly Drafted Arbitration Agreements May Get More Than They Bargained For

By Michael Thompson

July 24, 2020

Arbitration agreements are an increasingly popular way for employers to manage employment disputes effectively and efficiently. A common provision in arbitration agreements is a class action waiver, wherein the parties agree to resolve any dispute on an individual basis. Any employer who has faced a wage and hour class action understands how complex and expensive such cases can be to defend, regardless of merit. A recent published decision from the California Court of Appeal reminds…

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DOL Provides Additional FFCRA Guidance For Employers

By Anthony Zaller

July 24, 2020

This week’s Friday’s Five is reexamining the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and four new issues addressed by the DOL on July 20, 2020. Plus, (because I needed an additional point to make this five points), I reexamine the DOL’s definition of “individual” as used in qualifying reason number three for EPSLA. Many employers are dealing with these questions as they are fighting to reopen their businesses across the country, and it is a…

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CDC Revised Guidance on Testing Employees For COVID-19

By Anthony Zaller

July 17, 2020

On July 3, 2020, the CDC issued revised guidance regarding the testing of employees for non-healthcare related workplaces – SARS-CoV-2 Testing Strategy: Considerations for Non-Healthcare Workplaces. The CDC cautioned employers that the guidelines “are meant to supplement, not replace, any federal, state, local, territorial, or tribal health and safety laws, rules, and regulations with which workplaces must comply.” Moreover, the CDC reminds employers that employers must use the guidelines in a “manner consistent with…

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Rude Awakening: Cal/OSHA Cites Multiple Employers for COVID-19 Violations

Five Employment Law Developments Impacting California Employers

Are waiver of liability forms for COVID-19 enforceable in California?

New York Federal Court Invalidates DOL Final Regulations on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

Vacation Time Under California Law: Traps For Employers

Turning Up The Heat: The California Labor Commissioner Files Lawsuits Against Lyft and Uber for Improperly Classifying Drivers as Independent Contractors

Five Issues Employers Must Understand About The Labor Commissioner Hearing Process

Recent Decision Warns That Employers With Poorly Drafted Arbitration Agreements May Get More Than They Bargained For

DOL Provides Additional FFCRA Guidance For Employers

CDC Revised Guidance on Testing Employees For COVID-19

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