Federal Law: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) was signed into law by President Biden in the recent Omnibus Spending Bill passed by Congress. The law will be effective from June 27, 2023, and will help eliminate discrimination and promote women’s health and economic security by ensuring reasonable workplace accommodations for workers…

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The Contraceptive Equity Act of 2022

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The Contraceptive Equity Act of 2022 has recently been signed into law in California. This new legislation was a response to the Dobbs v. Jackson Women”s Health Organization, decision. Dobbs is seen by reproductive rights advocates and many others as a horrific ruling. The Act was also in response to…

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COVID-19 Employment Information

California Department of Fair Employment and Housing Issues COVID-19 Information The DFEH has issued an advisory for COVID-19. A pandemic of respiratory illness caused by a new coronavirus (COVID-19) has been identified in California and the United States. A state of emergency has been declared by Governor Newsom in California….

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County Investigation Triggers Anti-SLAPP

Internal Complaint Against County Counsel Leading to Internal Investigation Deemed to be an “Official Proceeding” — Anti-SLAPP Law Thus Applies This is all about what is (and is not) an “official proceeding” giving a “protective shield” to statements made — if the “protective shield” of Anti-SLAPP applies, suit cannot be…

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Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation In California: Court of Appeal Upholds Public Policy Supporting Right to Pursue Profession

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California Strongly Supports Individuals’ Rights To Pursue Their Profession In AMN Healthcare, Inc. v. Aya Healthcare Services, Inc., employer AMN sued former employees (nurse recruiters) whom had quit to work for Aya Healthcare. The Fourth Appellate District agreed with the trial court’s determination, siding with the nurse recruiters, that California…

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California Workers Presumed to be Employees Under New Dynamex “ABC” Classification Test

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New California authority controls classification of workers as employees versus independent contractors.  Under the recent Dynamex decision, California workers will now be regarded as “employees” rather than “independent contractors” unless a three-part test is met by the company. Dynamex Worker Classification Change: Dynamex is a courier service that classified its…

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