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LEGAL UPDATE DECEMBER 2006
Inside this Issue:
Video Surveillance Camera Invades Employees’ Privacy
Although video surveillance of employees is permissible in certain circumstances, invasion of privacy claims can arise from improper use. Hernandez v. Hillsides, Inc.
FEHC Adopts New Regulations for California’s New Sexual Harassment Training Law
New regulations clarify sexual harassment training requirements.
Employers: Take Note of California Laws Effective January 1, 2007
Minimum wage increase, mileage reimbursement rate increase, software engingeer minimum hourly rate, and more.
Eat, Drink, Be Merry, and Limit Employer Liability at the Office Holiday Party
Alcohol at company parties can cause problems. What are the potential liabilities?
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LEGAL UPDATE NOVEMBER 2006
Inside this Issue:
Apparel Maker Defeats Employee’s FMLA Lawsuit
Can a poorly performing employees be fired even if she is on medical leave? One employer did it the right way. Neisendorf v. Levi Strauss & Co.
ADA Accessibility Lawsuits: Is Your Business Vulnerable?
Protect your business from ADA access lawsuits.
Legislative and Administrative Update
DFEH Poster revisions, overtime reporting and pay, sexual harassment, and employee cell phone usage.
Using Promissory Notes To Solidify Collection Rights
Construction contractors constantly struggle with collections. What can be done to ensure payment?
Courier Faces Hefty Fine For Misclassifying Employees As Independent Contractors
Independent Contractor or Employee? 1099 or W-2? The independent contractr test is harder to pass than most employers think. JKH Enterprises, Inc. v. Department of Industrial Relations
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EMPLOYMENT LAW LEGISLATIVE AND ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATE - NOVEMBER 2006
Review recent and upcoming legislation and administrative rules relating to employment law.
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LEGAL UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2006
Inside This Issue:
Back To School! Employers: Are You Ready For School-Related Leave For Parents?
Parents are entitled to protected time off to attend certain events related to their children's school.
The Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust: How It Protects Your Assets From Estate Tax And Why You Need To Consider Creating An "ILIT" Before January 1, 2008
Setting up this trust could be financially prudent--but time is limited.
DLSE Authorizes Partial Day Vacation Deduction for Exempt Employees
In limited circumstances, it is proper to deduct vacation time for salaried exempt employees taking part of the day off.
Cal Supreme Court Enforces Poorly Worded At Will Agreement
What are the essential terms of an enforceable at will agreement? Dore v. Arnold Worldwide, Inc.
Albertson's Employees' Class Action Denied
A court recently refused to certify an employee class action based on misclassification of exempt employees.
Dunbar v. Albertson’s Inc.
Newspaper Publisher Makes Own Headlines, Avoiding Disability and Age Claim
Reductions in force can lead to discrimination claims if not properly handles. How one company did it legally. Seever v. Copely Press, Inc.
Construction Law Q&A
FAQs on preliminary notices and stop notices.
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Inside this Issue:
- Cal Supreme Court: Wages Due Upon “Discharge” (Even for One-Day Job)
- Epileptic Operator of Heavy Machinery Terminated in Violation of ADA
- Chicken Processing Company In Deep Fryer For Misclassifying Crew Leaders
- DLSE OK’s Electronic Pay Stubs
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Inside this Issue:
- Hand Caught In The Tip Jar –Lessons From Starbucks
U.S. Supreme Court Tweaks Anti-Retaliation Law
- Proposed Regulations Mandate Employer Response to Social Security “No Match” Letters”
- Employer Obligated To Accommodate Employee Not Actually Disabled
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Inside this Issue:
- Disabled Employee’s Discrimination Claim Defeated By Employer
- Recording a Mechanic’s Lien—What is the Deadline?
- Alternate Workweek Bill Dies In California
- Court Adheres to Narrow Definition of “Commissions” for Sales Exemption
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Inside this Issue:
- Employment Law Update: Insane Criminals Entitled
to Job Protection under ADA
- Prejudgment Attachment: A Strategic Alternative
to Awaiting Trial
- Court of Appeal Invalidates Meal Period Provision
of Wage Order 16
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Inside this Issue:
- Employment Law Update: No Duty to Transform Temporary Light-Duty Position Into Permanent Position
- How Soon is Too Soon? Recording a Mechanic's Lien Before Work Is Complete
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