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Opinion: Two split screens, one political awakening
In 1980 I was a 20-year-old college student—idealistic, certain of my views, and firmly Democratic. I had grown up believing the Democrats were the “good guys”: the party of compassion, equality, and peace. So when I voted in my first presidential election, I proudly cast my ballot for Jimmy Carter. Carter seemed the embodiment of decency—a Naval Academy graduate, Sunday school teacher and peanut farmer who promised honesty after Watergate. Yet decency alone could not rescue a country in trouble.
Remembering Cantor Simon Hass
Cantor Simon Hass, who passed away aged 97 on the eve of Hoshanah Rabbah, Saturday 15th October 2022 in London, was widely admired and respected as one of the finest cantors in the world, representing his congregants at the Heavenly court with vocal brilliance combined with humility, prayerful majesty and devotional intensity. He was born in 1925 in Jaroslav, Poland into the distinguished chassidic family of Sarah and Reb Moshe Hass.
In memoriam: Cantor Simon Hass
Jerusalem Report logo small (credit: JPOST STAFF) Cantor Simon Hass, who passed away aged 97 on the eve of Hoshana Raba, Saturday, October 15, 2022, in London, was widely admired and respected as one of the finest cantors in the world, representing his congregants at the heavenly court with vocal brilliance combined with humility, prayerful majesty and devotional intensity. He was born in 1925 in Jaroslav, Poland, into the distinguished hassidic family of Sarah and Reb Moshe Hass.
California Authorities Announce Changes to COVID-19-Related Requirements
On December 13, 2021, the California Department of Public Health (“CDPH”) announced new Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings (“CDPH Guidance”), implementing a mandatory mask mandate for individuals (employees and patrons) in all indoor public settings, irrespective of vaccination status, beginning on December 15, 2021 through at least January 15, 2022.
New Year, New Laws Impacting California Employers
Saturday, December 18, 2021 This year, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law a number of bills affecting California employers.
California Becomes First State to Ban Piece Rate Pay for Garment Workers
Monday, October 4, 2021 On September 27, 2021, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law the Garment Worker Protection Act, which makes California the first state to ban piece rate pay for garment workers, requiring instead that they be paid the minimum hourly wage.
California Passes Law Marking a Dramatic Shift in Warehouse Worker Quotas | JD Supra
On September 22, 2021, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law a groundbreaking bill that affects warehouse distribution centers (“covered employers”) and their employees.
Ninth Circuit Decision Holds That California Law Addressing Mandatory Arbitration Agreements May Go Into Effect | JD Supra
Since the Supreme Court issued its seminal 2018 decision in Epic Systems Corp. v. Lewis, acknowledging that the Federal Arbitration Act (“FAA”) permits the use of arbitration agreements with class action waivers, many employers have implemented arbitration programs for their employees. Those arbitration programs have been aimed, in no small part, at avoiding the class and collective actions that have overwhelmed employers, particularly in California.
Ninth Circuit Decision Holds That California Law Addressing Mandatory Arbitration Agreements May Go Into Effect
Since the Supreme Court issued its seminal 2018 decision in Epic Systems Corp. v. Lewis, acknowledging that the Federal Arbitration Act (“FAA”) permits the use of arbitration agreements with class action waivers, many employers have implemented arbitration programs for their employees. Those arbitration programs have been aimed, in no small part, at avoiding the class and collective actions that have overwhelmed employers, particularly in California.
Annual California Employment Law Update: New Laws for 2021 Provide COVID-19 Protections and Expand Family Leave
Wednesday, October 14, 2020 This year, Governor Gavin Newsom signed numerous employment-related bills passed by the California Legislature.
Annual California Employment Law Update: New Laws for 2021 Provide COVID-19 Protections and Expand Family Leave | JD Supra
This year, Governor Gavin Newsom signed numerous employment-related bills passed by the California Legislature.
California Governor Signs Law Expanding Job-Protected Family Leave
Monday, September 21, 2020 On September 17, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1383 (“SB 1383“), expanding job-protected family leave for employees of companies with five or more employees. Previously, only employees of companies with 20 or more employees were entitled to these protections. According to the Governor’s office, this law, which becomes effective January 1, 2021, will expand job-protected family leave to nearly six million additional Californians.
California Governor Signs Law Mandating Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for Employees of Companies with 500 or More Employees | JD Supra
On September 9, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1867 (“AB 1867”), mandating supplemental paid sick leave for employees of companies with 500 or more employees. AB 1867 fills gaps left open by the federal Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (“FFCRA”) (previously discussed here) and the Executive Order signed by Newson on April 22, 2020, which only applied to essential food workers (previously discussed here).
California Governor Signs Law Mandating Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for Employees of Companies with 500 or More Employees
On September 9, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1867 (“AB 1867”), mandating supplemental paid sick leave for employees of companies with 500 or more employees. AB 1867 fills gaps left open by the federal Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (“FFCRA”) (previously discussed here) and the Executive Order signed by Newson on April 22, 2020, which only applied to essential food workers (previously discussed here).
Remembering Cantor David Hass
Especially noteworthy had been his uncanny ability to teach congregations prayerful tunes that they felt drawn to join in with at appropriate moments. By DAVID PRAGER AUGUST 24, 2020 21:56 Cantor David Hass (photo credit: COURTESY DAVID PRAGER) He was born an identical twin to his brother Benjamin, on July 6, 1931, in Jaroslav, Poland, into the distinguished family of Sarah and Moshe Hass. His father was a prominent member of the Jewish community, scholarly and musical.
Time Is Money: A Quick Wage-Hour Tip on … California Overtime | JD Supra
California law has specific requirements regarding the payment of overtime to employees. An employer’s failure to pay overtime—or failure to pay the correct overtime rate—can result in a litany of unintended Labor Code violations, which, in turn, can lead to enormous liability. Therefore, it is critical that employers understand when overtime is due and how to calculate the overtime rate of pay. 1. When is overtime pay due?
Time Is Money: A Quick Wage-Hour Tip on … California Overtime
Wednesday, May 20, 2020 California law has specific requirements regarding the payment of overtime to employees. An employer’s failure to pay overtime—or failure to pay the correct overtime rate—can result in a litany of unintended Labor Code violations, which, in turn, can lead to enormous liability. Therefore, it is critical that employers understand when overtime is due and how to calculate the overtime rate of pay. 1. When is overtime pay due?
Time Is Money: A Quick Wage-Hour Tip on … California Overtime
California law has specific requirements regarding the payment of overtime to employees. An employer’s failure to pay overtime—or failure to pay the correct overtime rate—can result in a litany of unintended Labor Code violations, which, in turn, can lead to enormous liability. Therefore, it is critical that employers understand when overtime is due and how to calculate the overtime rate of pay. 1. When is overtime pay due?
Los Angeles City Council Passes Ordinances Regarding Right to Recall and Worker Retention | JD Supra
On April 29, 2020, the Los Angeles City Council simultaneously passed two ordinances in response to COVID-19 that could potentially have long lasting and far reaching impacts on applicable businesses: the Right of Recall Ordinance and the Worker Retention Ordinance. The Mayor has until May 11, 2020, to act on both of the ordinances. These ordinances, pending approval of the Mayor, will be effective 31 days from their publication date.
Los Angeles City Council Passes Ordinances Regarding Right to Recall and Worker Retention
On April 29, 2020, the Los Angeles City Council simultaneously passed two ordinances in response to COVID-19 that could potentially have long lasting and far reaching impacts on applicable businesses: the Right of Recall Ordinance and the Worker Retention Ordinance. The Mayor has until May 11, 2020, to act on both of the ordinances. These ordinances, pending approval of the Mayor, will be effective 31 days from their publication date.
California Governor Mandates Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for Food Sector Workers at Companies with 500 or More Employees | JD Supra
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California Governor Mandates Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for Food Sector Workers at Companies with 500 or More Employees
Wednesday, April 22, 2020 On April 16, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Executive Order N-51-20 (“Executive Order”), mandating supplemental paid sick leave for food sector workers at companies (i.e., “Hiring Entities”) with 500 or more employees. The Executive Order should help fill a gap for essential food sector workers left open under the federal Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (“FFCRA”) (previously discussed here).
California Governor Mandates Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for Food Sector Workers at Companies with 500 or More Employees
On April 16, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Executive Order N-51-20 (“Executive Order”), mandating supplemental paid sick leave for food sector workers at companies (i.e., “Hiring Entities”) with 500 or more employees. The Executive Order should help fill a gap for essential food sector workers left open under the federal Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (“FFCRA”) (previously discussed here).
Employment Law This Week®: FAA Preempts California Law, New CA Employment Laws for 2020, CA Consumer Privacy Act Amended
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Annual California Employment Law Update: New Laws for 2020 Expand Worker Rights and Limit Independent Contractor Status | JD Supra
This year, Governor Gavin Newsom signed numerous employment-related bills that landed on his desk. Among the major changes that will affect employers with California operations in the coming year are the following: With certain exceptions, mandatory arbitration agreements that waive an employee’s rights may no longer be imposed as a condition of employment or in exchange for employment benefits.
California Supreme Court Asked to Decide Whether Dynamex is Retroactive
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Overtime: DOL Proposes to Raise Salary Level for Overtime Exemption to $35,308
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Employers Must Account for Numerous State and Local Minimum Wage Hikes Effective January 1, 2019
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California Enacts Numerous Changes to Sexual Harassment and Other Laws Affecting the Workplace | JD Supra
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San Francisco Amends Fair Chance Ordinance | JD Supra
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Delirious Delhi by David Prager
In this vibrant guide, you’ll learn the ins and outs of Delhi, India from the perspective of two former New Yorkers. Through laugh-out-loud anecdotes and canny tips, discover what only locals can divulge — from the secret to haggling in markets to finding the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants. featured on BookBub on April 04, 2017 When the Big Apple no longer felt big enough, Dave Prager and his wife, Jenny, moved to a city of sixteen million people--with seemingly twice as many honking horns.
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