Year: 2016

Are Same-Sex Couples Entitled To ERISA Benefits?

Following the U.S. v. Windsor decision, same-sex marriages were legalized and recognized across the United States. The Windsor decision required…

December 16, 2016

The Effect Of Marijuana Legalization On Employment Law

On November 8, 2016, California voters approved Proposition 64 which legalized recreational marijuana consumption in the state. But the legalization…

November 16, 2016

Does An Employer Need A Good Reason To Fire You?

Many people assume that their boss cannot fire them unless there is "good cause." Sadly, most people are wrong. In…

November 6, 2016

The City Of San Diego Faces Another Sexual Harassment Scandal

It seems like idyllic San Diego is becoming more and more known for the sexual harassment proclivities of its public…

October 31, 2016

Federal Contract Workers Receive Paid Sick Leave Benefits

Unfortunately, many families are living paycheck to paycheck. This means that once an injury or illness strikes, these families are…

October 16, 2016

National Park Service Plagued By Harassment

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee heard testimony last week regarding rampant sexual harassment, abuse, intimidation, and misconduct throughout…

October 2, 2016

Convenience Store Manager Gets Back Pay

An overworked convenience store manager received back pay for denied overtime after an investigation by the Wage and Hour Division.…

September 16, 2016

Employment Clauses To Beware, Part 1

You may not have read your employment contract but you should. Employment contracts contain a multitude of terms. In fact,…

September 16, 2016

Governor Receives Overtime Expansion Bill For Farm Workers

The California Assembly sent a contentious new bill that would dramatically expand overtime rules for farmworkers. It is unclear if…

September 14, 2016

UC Berkeley Chancellor Resigns After Widespread Criticism

UC Berkeley's chancellor resigned last week amid constant criticism from school faculty regarding his handling of several high-profile sexual harassment…

August 28, 2016
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