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The PAGA Rebalance: Reducing Risk And Rewarding Compliance
California employers have been closely watching how courts will exercise their discretion to reduce PAGA penalties in the wake of the 2024 reforms. In Taduran v. Glidewell, the Fourth District Court of Appeal confirmed that proportionality, actual harm, employer good faith, and prompt remediation remain powerful factors in limiting both PAGA penalties and attorney’s fee exposure. Plaintiff Abraham Taduran brought a representative PAGA action against former employer James R.
The PAGA Rebalance: Reducing Risk and Rewarding Compliance
California employers have been closely watching how courts will exercise their discretion to reduce PAGA penalties in the wake of the 2024 reforms. In Taduran v. Glidewell, the Fourth District Court of Appeal confirmed that proportionality, actual harm, employer good faith, and prompt remediation remain powerful factors in limiting both PAGA penalties and attorney’s fee exposure. Plaintiff Abraham Taduran brought a representative PAGA action against former employer James R.
U.S. Department Of Labor Issues Six Opinion Letters Addressing FLSA And FMLA
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U.S. Department of Labor Issues Six Opinion Letters Addressing FLSA and FMLA
Since the enactment of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in the late 1930s, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued opinion letters as a means of providing guidance to workers, employers, and other stakeholders regarding the application of federal employment laws. These opinion letters serve as official written interpretations, clarifying how applicable laws govern specific factual circumstances presented by individuals and organizations.
California Employers Face March 30, 2026, Deadline To Offer Emergency Contact Designation
By March 30, 2026, California employers are required to notify existing employees of the opportunity to identify an emergency contact and to allow employees to designate whether the contact should receive notification if the employee is arrested or detained at the jobsite, during work hours, or offsite while performing their job duties, and the employer has “actual knowledge of the arrest or detention of the employee.” Cal. Lab. Code § 1555(b).
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Six Opinion Letters Addressing FLSA and FMLA
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California Employers Face March 30, 2026, Deadline to Offer Emergency Contact Designation
By March 30, 2026, California employers are required to notify existing employees of the opportunity to identify an emergency contact and to allow employees to designate whether the contact should receive notification if the employee is arrested or detained at the jobsite, during work hours, or offsite while performing their job duties, and the employer has “actual knowledge of the arrest or detention of the employee.” Cal. Lab. Code § 1555(b).
California Employers Face March 30, 2026, Deadline to Offer Emergency Contact Designation Blog GT L&E Blog
By March 30, 2026, California employers are required to notify existing employees of the opportunity to identify an emergency contact and to allow employees to designate whether the contact should receive notification if the employee is arrested or detained at the jobsite, during work hours, or offsite while performing their job duties, and the employer has “actual knowledge of the arrest or detention of the employee.” Cal. Lab. Code § 1555(b).
Ninth Circuit Warns California Employers Implementing Arbitration Agreements Mid-Litigation
On Jan. 28, 2026, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Avery v. TEKsystems, Inc. affirmed a district court order refusing to enforce an arbitration agreement rolled out during class litigation. The court found that the agreement contained misleading, harmful, and inaccurate information, and that it subverted federal rules by turning the federal class action opt-out procedure into an opt-in process.
Ninth Circuit Warns California Employers Implementing Arbitration Agreements Mid-Litigation
On Jan. 28, 2026, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Avery v. TEKsystems, Inc. affirmed a district court order refusing to enforce an arbitration agreement rolled out during class litigation. The court found that the agreement contained misleading, harmful, and inaccurate information, and that it subverted federal rules by turning the federal class action opt-out procedure into an opt-in process.
California Expands Whistleblower Retaliation Protections For Employees In The AI Sector
Greenberg Traurig, LLP are most popular: within Insurance and Transport topic(s) On Sept. 29, 2025, California Gov. Newsom signed Senate Bill 53, the Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act, into law. Aimed at preventing catastrophic risks from advanced AI systems, the law sets requirements for large developers working with "frontier models"—including mandatory safety measures, adherence to national and international standards, and public transparency reports.
California Expands Whistleblower Retaliation Protections for Employees in the AI Sector
On Sept. 29, 2025, California Gov. Newsom signed Senate Bill 53, the Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act, into law. Aimed at preventing catastrophic risks from advanced AI systems, the law sets requirements for large developers working with “frontier models”—including mandatory safety measures, adherence to national and international standards, and public transparency reports.
PAGA Plaintiffs Are Losing Their Heads!
Out in the cold, dark night rides the headless horseman, and he has a grievance. It is with his former employer who he thinks (with his head in hand) has treated his former colleagues poorly and violated the California Labor Code. Though he no longer can help himself in court as he has signed an arbitration agreement, he selflessly seeks to litigate for others among that headcount. But how to press such claims as he no longer can be counted among them? In court?
California Supreme Court to Decide Fate of “Headless” PAGA Lawsui
Out in the cold, dark night rides the headless horseman, and he has a grievance. It is with his former employer who he thinks (with his head in hand) has treated his former colleagues poorly and violated the California Labor Code. Though he no longer can help himself in court as he has signed an arbitration agreement, he selflessly seeks to litigate for others among that headcount. But how to press such claims as he no longer can be counted among them? In court?
EVIDENCE MATTERS IN OHIO: Court Grants Default But Significantly Cuts Damages from $1M to $5,500 and Rejects Ohio Mini TCPA Claims Lacking Specific Allegations
In Schwartz v. AR Bhalli, LLC, et al., Case No. 1:25-cv-12, 2025 WL 2599504 (S.D. Ohio Sept. 9, 2025), brought by pro se litigant Michael Schwartz, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio issued a decision that significantly limits the scope of damages available under both the TCPA and Ohio mini TCPA in the default judgment context.
CA Supreme Court Says Not So Fast On Draconian Arbitration Invoice Payment Rules
The California Supreme Court has issued its long-awaited opinion resolving the split in authority regarding whether Code of Civil Procedure sections 1281.97 and 1281.98 are preempted by the Federal Arbitration Act. The Court found that the FAA does not preempt section 1281.98 (although the Court's opinion focuses on 1281.98 preemption, the same analysis is applicable to 1281.97).
CA Supreme Court Says Not So Fast on Draconian Arbitration Invoice Payment Rules
The California Supreme Court has issued its long-awaited opinion resolving the split in authority regarding whether Code of Civil Procedure sections 1281.97 and 1281.98 are preempted by the Federal Arbitration Act. The Court found that the FAA does not preempt section 1281.98 (although the Court’s opinion focuses on 1281.98 preemption, the same analysis is applicable to 1281.97).
CA Supreme Court Says Not So Fast on Draconian Arbitration Invoice Payment Rules
The California Supreme Court has issued its long-awaited opinion resolving the split in authority regarding whether Code of Civil Procedure sections 1281.97 and 1281.98 are preempted by the Federal Arbitration Act. The Court found that the FAA does not preempt section 1281.98 (although the Court’s opinion focuses on 1281.98 preemption, the same analysis is applicable to 1281.97).
CA Supreme Court Says Not So Fast on Draconian Arbitration Invoice Payment Rules
The California Supreme Court has issued its long-awaited opinion resolving the split in authority regarding whether Code of Civil Procedure sections 1281.97 and 1281.98 are preempted by the Federal Arbitration Act. The Court found that the FAA does not preempt section 1281.98 (although the Court’s opinion focuses on 1281.98 preemption, the same analysis is applicable to 1281.97).
Taylor 2025 Primary Election results
Find primary election results for Taylor Published: August 1, 2025 at 10:58 AMUpdated: August 1, 2025 at 11:22 AM Tags: Michigan Primary Election 2025, Michigan Election Results, Michigan, Decision 2025 Decision 2025 (Graham Media Group) Here’s where you’ll find the Taylor 2025 Primary Election results. Here are the results for the Taylor 2025 Primary Election: Taylor 2025 Primary Election results Christian M.
SMARTAPS: Tool-augmented LLMs for Operations Management
arXiv:2507.17927 (cs) View PDF HTML (experimental) Comments: Subjects: Artificial Intelligence (cs.AI) Cite as: arXiv:2507.17927 [cs.AI] (or arXiv:2507.17927v1 [cs.AI] for this version) https://doi.org/10.48550/arXiv.2507.17927 Submission history From: Mahdi Mostajabdaveh [ view email] [v1] Wed, 23 Jul 2025 20:53:40 UTC (3,101 KB) Bibliographic Tools Bibliographic Explorer Toggle Bibliographic Explorer () Connected Papers Toggle Connected Papers (What is Connected Papers?) Litmaps Toggle...
UPDATE: LWDA Not Liable For Costs In PAGA Action
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Victoria's New Developer Bond Scheme: Implications for Developers
In a significant move aimed to enhance consumer protections in the housing sector, the Victorian Government has enacted the Building Legislation Amendment (Buyer Protections) Act 2025 (Vic) (Act). A key feature of this legislation is the introduction of a developer bond scheme for certain multi-storey residential developments. From 1 July 2026, developers of certain residential apartment buildings will be required to pay a financial bond prior to applying for an occupancy permit.
With the NLRB Unable To Decide Cases, States Move to Fill the Void (US)
Squire Patton Boggs Summer Associate Akshey Mulpuri discusses legislative developments in several states attempting to address the current incapacity of the National Labor Relations Board due to lack of a quorum.
UPDATE: LWDA Not Liable for Costs in PAGA Action
Skip to main content July 01, 2025 Volume XV, Number 182 Legal Analysis. Expertly Written. Quickly Found. Trending News UPDATE: LWDA Not Liable for Costs in PAGA Action Print Mail Download />i Facebook Twitter Linkedin Pinterest Reddit Facebook Messenger Email Digg Print X Buffer Flipboard As we reported last year, the Alameda Superior Court in Rose v.
The DOL's New Guidance On The Interplay Of The Federal FMLA And State-Paid Family Medical Leave Programs
On Jan. 14, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued Opinion Letter FMLA2025-01-A, clarifying the complex interaction between (1) the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), (2) state-paid family and medical leave program (PFML) benefits and (3) employer-provided accrued vacation, paid time off, and/or paid sick time (employer-paid leave).
E.M.D. Sales: A Reminder That California Stands Out From The Crowd
While welcome news to most employers, those in California are unlikely to be impacted by the U.S. Supreme Court's recent ruling in E.M.D. Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, 220 L. Ed. 2d 309 (2025). In E.M.D. Sales, the Court rejected the argument that employers must prove an overtime exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) by clear and convincing evidence. The standard, the Court said, should be no greater than by a preponderance of the evidence.
The LWDA: There's A New Sheriff In Town
In a sharply worded notice, the Labor & Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) recently demanded that a plaintiff-side law firm amend over 100 Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) notices it had filed. The LWDA warned that failure to amend would risk a finding that they are insufficient to satisfy PAGA's administrative notice requirement.
E.M.D. Sales: A Reminder That California Stands Out from the Crowd
While welcome news to most employers, those in California are unlikely to be impacted by the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling in E.M.D. Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, 220 L. Ed. 2d 309 (2025). In E.M.D. Sales, the Court rejected the argument that employers must prove an overtime exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) by clear and convincing evidence. The standard, the Court said, should be no greater than by a preponderance of the evidence.
A United States Sovereign Wealth Fund: First Impressions
On February 3, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14196 (the “EO”) directing the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the Assistant to the President for Economic Policy, to develop a plan for the establishment of a United States sovereign wealth fund.
E.M.D. Sales: A Reminder That California Stands Out from the Crowd
While welcome news to most employers, those in California are unlikely to be impacted by the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling in E.M.D. Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, 220 L. Ed. 2d 309 (2025). In E.M.D. Sales, the Court rejected the argument that employers must prove an overtime exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) by clear and convincing evidence. The standard, the Court said, should be no greater than by a preponderance of the evidence.
E.M.D. Sales: A Reminder That California Stands Out from the Crowd
While welcome news to most employers, those in California are unlikely to be impacted by the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling in E.M.D. Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, 220 L. Ed. 2d 309 (2025). In E.M.D. Sales, the Court rejected the argument that employers must prove an overtime exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) by clear and convincing evidence. The standard, the Court said, should be no greater than by a preponderance of the evidence.
California LWDA Cracks Down on PAGA Notices
In a sharply worded notice, the Labor & Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) recently demanded that a plaintiff-side law firm amend over 100 Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) notices it had filed. The LWDA warned that failure to amend would risk a finding that they are insufficient to satisfy PAGA’s administrative notice requirement.
The LWDA: There’s a New Sheriff in Town
In a sharply worded notice, the Labor & Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) recently demanded that a plaintiff-side law firm amend over 100 Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) notices it had filed. The LWDA warned that failure to amend would risk a finding that they are insufficient to satisfy PAGA’s administrative notice requirement.
California Attempts To Restrict Mandatory Captive Audience Meetings
Gov. Newsom has signed SB 399 into law, which restricts the ability of employers to hold mandatory "captive audience meetings" with their employees. The new legislation, also known as "California Worker Freedom from Employer Intimidation Act," takes effect Jan. 1, 2025. The new restrictions, which will be codified in Cal.
California Attempts to Restrict Mandatory Captive Audience Meetings
Gov. Newsom has signed SB 399 into law, which restricts the ability of employers to hold mandatory “captive audience meetings” with their employees. The new legislation, also known as “California Worker Freedom from Employer Intimidation Act,” takes effect Jan. 1, 2025. The new restrictions, which will be codified in Cal.
Effective April 1, California's 'Fast Act' Covers More Than 'Fast Food,' Comes With Significant Implications
AB 1228, commonly referred to as the "Fast Act," takes effect in California on April 1, 2024, and the consequences for non-compliance are serious. Many affected companies have closely followed this legislation and planned for its impact. However, many are uncertain about its application or mistakenly assume it does not apply to them.
Coming To California Workplaces This Summer – Workplace Violence Prevention Plans - Health & Safety - United States
California employers have long been required to have in place Injury, Illness & Prevention Programs, which are intended to help enhance employee safety in the workplace. On or before July 1, 2024, most California employers must establish a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) in addition to their Injury, Illness & Prevention Programs. Employers also need to provide training on their WVPP and keep prescribed records.
Coming to California Workplaces this Summer – Workplace Violence Prevention Plans
California employers have long been required to have in place Injury, Illness & Prevention Programs, which are intended to help enhance employee safety in the workplace. On or before July 1, 2024, most California employers must establish a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) in addition to their Injury, Illness & Prevention Programs. Employers also need to provide training on their WVPP and keep prescribed records.
Coming to California Workplaces this Summer - Workplace Violence Prevention Plans
California employers have long been required to have in place Injury, Illness & Prevention Programs, which are intended to help enhance employee safety in the workplace. On or before July 1, 2024, most California employers must establish a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) in addition to their Injury, Illness & Prevention Programs. Employers also need to provide training on their WVPP and keep prescribed records.
Effective April 1, California’s ‘Fast Act’ Covers More Than ‘Fast Food,’ Comes with Significant Implications
Timothy Long, Co-Managing Shareholder of the Sacramento office, has deep experience litigating complex labor and employment issues, having served as lead counsel in multiple class, collective, and representative actions and advising on dozens more. Tim splits his time between GT’s Los Angeles and Sacramento offices, and is Practice Group Leader of the Sacramento office’s Labor & Employment Practice.
Effective April 1, California’s ‘Fast Act’ Covers More Than ‘Fast Food,’ Comes with Significant Implications
AB 1228, commonly referred to as the “Fast Act,” takes effect in California on April 1, 2024, and the consequences for non-compliance are serious. Many affected companies have closely followed this legislation and planned for its impact. However, many are uncertain about its application or mistakenly assume it does not apply to them.
Whose Case Is It Anyway? Trial Court Orders State Of California To Pay Court Costs In PAGA Action
By now, it's a familiar maxim: when an employee brings an action under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), "the state is the real party in interest." Iskanian v. CLS Transp. L.A., LLC. That concept is the jumping-off point for anyone wishing to understand the procedural complexities of PAGA litigation. Under the guise of protecting California's "interest in vigorous enforcement" of the Labor Code (see Kim v.
Whose Case Is It Anyway? Trial Court Orders State of California to Pay Court Costs in PAGA Action
By now, it’s a familiar maxim: when an employee brings an action under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), “the state is the real party in interest.” Iskanian v. CLS Transp. L.A., LLC. That concept is the jumping-off point for anyone wishing to understand the procedural complexities of PAGA litigation. Under the guise of protecting California’s “interest in vigorous enforcement” of the Labor Code (see Kim v.
Whose Case Is It Anyway? Trial Court Orders State of California to Pay Court Costs in PAGA Action
By now, it’s a familiar maxim: when an employee brings an action under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), “the state is the real party in interest.” Iskanian v. CLS Transp. L.A., LLC. That concept is the jumping-off point for anyone wishing to understand the procedural complexities of PAGA litigation. Under the guise of protecting California’s “interest in vigorous enforcement” of the Labor Code (see Kim v.
Fixing the plastic problem
Editor's note: This story originally appeared in the winter 2024 issue of ASU Thrive magazine. When Tyler Eglen, ’14 MFA in theatre (performance) and ’21 MS in global technology and development, surveys towns, stores and gas stations — almost everywhere he looks — he sees plastic.
Envisioning a BHET Economy: Adding Value to PET Waste
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California Governor Signs Bill Allowing Staff To Unionize…in 2026
"Hot Labor Summer" – so dubbed due to strikes by the Writers Guild, Screen Actors Guild, Southern California Hotel Workers, health care workers from multiple unions, and United Auto Workers – is not over. On Oct. 7, 2023, Gov. Newsom signed AB 1 (known as the Legislature Employer-Employee Relations Act), which gives California legislative staff the right to unionize and collectively bargain for wages, benefits, and working conditions effective July 1, 2026.
California AB 1 Hot Labor Summer
Skip to main content October 20, 2023 Volume XIII, Number 293 Legal Analysis. Expertly Written. Quickly Found. Trending News California Governor Signs Bill Allowing Staff to Unionize…in 2026 Print Mail Download i “Hot Labor Summer” – so dubbed due to strikes by the Writers Guild, Screen Actors Guild, Southern California Hotel Workers, health care workers from multiple unions, and United Auto Workers – is not over. On Oct. 7, 2023, Gov.
California Governor Signs Bill Allowing Staff to Unionize…in 2026
“Hot Labor Summer” – so dubbed due to strikes by the Writers Guild, Screen Actors Guild, Southern California Hotel Workers, health care workers from multiple unions, and United Auto Workers – is not over. On Oct. 7, 2023, Gov. Newsom signed AB 1 (known as the Legislature Employer-Employee Relations Act), which gives California legislative staff the right to unionize and collectively bargain for wages, benefits, and working conditions effective July 1, 2026.
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