The California Employment Law Blog, published by Castle Law: California Employment Counsel, PC, focuses on legal issues affecting workers in California. It covers topics such as workplace rights related to drinking water and sanitation, minimum wage compliance and related court rulings, whistleblower protections against employer retaliation, and new safety regulations for domestic workers. The blog addresses practical concerns about employer obligations under California labor laws, including wage and hour disputes, workplace safety standards, and protections for employees who report violations. It provides guidance on legal recourse and compliance with state-specific employment regulations.
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Starting January 1, 2025, California employees will gain important new protections under the California Worker Freedom from Employer Intimidation Act (SB 399). This groundbreaking legislation safeguards employees’ right to maintain professional boundaries with their employers around religious and…
In a recent opinion by a California Court of Appeal, Jenkins v. Dermatology Management, LLC, the court affirmed that certain arbitration agreements can be deemed unenforceable when they are found to be unconscionable. This ruling serves as a crucial reminder…
In addition to reviewing the rights an employee may be waiving by signing a severance agreement, it is also important to scrutinize the statements of fact included in the contract. While it may be tempting treat recitals or other factual…
Erika Paleny v. Fireplace Products U.S., Inc. highlights how the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) defines and protects pregnancy-related medical conditions. The Court of Appeal ruled that elective egg retrieval procedures without an underlying medical condition do not…
In the case of Dominique Keeton v. Tesla, Inc., the Court of Appeal ruled that Tesla’s failure to pay arbitration fees on time breached its arbitration agreement, allowing an employee to pursue her claims in court. The decision emphasizes the…
California’s labor landscape is set to change significantly with a new agreement to reform the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). The reforms include capping penalties for employers who promptly rectify issues, imposing higher penalties for malicious violations, increasing the portion…
In Ramirez v. Golden Queen Mining, the Court of Appeal examined the enforceability of arbitration agreements within employment contracts, emphasizing how crucial it is for employers to ensure that arbitration agreements are properly presented, explained, and signed to withstand legal…
