On June 30th, California’s Governor signed Assembly Bill (AB) 2155, which concerns the enforceability of written arbitration agreements in California. The bill amends Code of Civil Procedure Section 1281 and provides that any agreement unenforceable under the Federal Arbitration
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Insight & Commentary on California Workplace Law Issues & Developments
The California Workplace Law Blog, published by Jackson Lewis P.C., focuses on legal developments and practical guidance related to employment and labor law in California. It covers topics such as wage and hour compliance, arbitration agreements, employee classification, workplace safety, employee training requirements, and local ordinances affecting employers, including those in Los Angeles County. The blog also addresses litigation trends, regulatory updates, and employer obligations under state and local laws, including protections for hotel and janitorial workers, recall rights, and compensation structures. It serves as a resource for employers and HR professionals navigating California's complex workplace legal landscape.
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9th Circuit to State of California: Break Rules Remain Preempted for Some Passenger-Carrying Drivers
In the latest chapter in a decade-long saga to determine if interstate drivers are subject to California’s meal and rest break rules, the Ninth Circuit affirmed that drivers of passenger-carrying commercial motor vehicles are not subject to the state’s break…
Prepare for Summer Minimum Wage Increases in Certain California Localities
At the start of the year, the state minimum wage increased, along with several local jurisdictions. Many other California cities and counties will also increase their minimum wage on July 1.
The following localities will raise their minimum wage…
California Voters to Consider Health Care Executive Compensation Cap
California employers in the health care industry should prepare for increased scrutiny of executive compensation as a new statewide initiative heads toward the November 3, 2026, General Election ballot.
The California Secretary of State announced that Initiative 1985, formally titled…
California Executive Order Signals More Scrutiny of AI’s Workplace Impact
California Governor Gavin Newsom has issued Executive Order N-6-26, a “first-in-the-nation” order aimed at preparing workers, businesses, and communities for potential workforce disruption associated with artificial intelligence. While the order does not create immediate new compliance obligations for employers,…
Los Angeles Amends Hotel Worker Minimum Wage Ordinance in Advance of July 2026
The Los Angeles City Council has approved amendments that would slow the implementation schedule for the City’s Hotel Worker Minimum Wage Ordinance and related airport worker wage provisions. The move revises the framework adopted in 2025, which had been set…
California Heat Safety Compliance Reminders for Employers
As California heats up, employers should revisit Cal/OSHA’s heat illness prevention requirements, which continue to apply to both outdoor and indoor workplaces in 2026. Federal OSHA, by comparison, still has not finalized a nationwide heat-specific standard. Read more here: Beat…
Updated Cal/OSHA Workplace Posting
California employers should take note that the Cal/OSHA workplace posting titled “Safety and Health Protection on the Job” was updated in April 2026. The poster summarizes key workplace safety and health obligations under California law and must be displayed…
California Workplace Violence Prevention: Annual Review and Training Deadlines Are Coming Back Around
As summer approaches, California employers should remember that it’s time to review their workplace violence prevention plans and conduct their annual workplace violence prevention training.
As a reminder, Labor Code section 6401.9 requires employers to review the effectiveness of their…
California Employers Should Revisit Repayment and “Stay-or-Pay” Arrangements in Light of AB 692’s Recent Enactment
California’s Assembly Bill (AB) 692 took effect on January 1, 2026, impacting repayment and “stay-or-pay” agreements. For a summary of the limitations and requirements stemming from this law, please see our earlier blog post. California employers should already be…