Monthly Archives: September 2025
Appeals Court in California Clarifies that Plaintiff in PAGA Case Must File a Timely Individual Claim
On April 22, 2025, the Second Appellate District for the California Courts of Appeal issued an important rule in a Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) case. In Williams v. Alacrity Solutions Group, LLC, the appellate court determined that an employee must file a timely individual claim in order to be eligible to file a… Read More »
What to Do If an Employee Brings a Wage and Hour Complaint Against You in California
Is your business or organization in California facing a wage and hour complaint from a worker? If so, it is imperative that you take a proactive approach to protect the best interests of your company. All wage and hour claims should be taken seriously—even if you are certain that the employee is raising a… Read More »
Best Practices for Employers Facing a Sexual Harassment Complaint in California
The California Civil Rights Department explains that workers in our state have a right to a workplace environment that is free from sexual harassment. Employers have a proactive responsibility to protect their employees. Companies also need to have a proper system in place to respond to a harassment allegation. Otherwise, there is a serious… Read More »
California Court: Casting Decision Over Failure to Get Vaccination was Lawful
Recently, a California appellate court ruled in favor of an employer in the entertainment industry in a hiring discrimination case. In Sexton v. Apple Studios LLC, 110 Cal. App. 5th 183, the court found that Apple Studios LLC was within its legal rights when it withdrew an employment offer for an actor who declined… Read More »
What Employers Can Learn from Recent California Disability Discrimination Settlement
On June 12th, 2025, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EECO) confirmed that a California employer entered into a unique disability discrimination settlement. Elaine’s Pet Resorts, a business with locations in Fresno and Madera, reportedly withdrew job positions from applicants due to post-offer drug screening, even though the substances in question were medically prescribed. Here,… Read More »