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California Employment News

California Employment News

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Episodes

105

Latest episode

Sep 2026

Language

EN-US

About the show

In California Employment News, attorneys in Weintraub Tobin’s Labor & Employment practice group present a series of short, informational episodes designed to keep California employers up-to-date on legal developments in employment law.

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October 13, 20267 min

Fact or Fiction: Does Remote Work Reduce Employer Obligations?

In this special Fact or or Fiction episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin shareholder Ryan Abernethy and associate Christopher Horsley explain how wage and hour rules, expense reimbursement requirements, and employee location affect remote work arrangements. Listen for an informative breakdown of what California employers need to know to manage remote teams and reduce compliance risks.

September 29, 2026

Fact or Fiction: Are Employers Liable When Employees Skip Their Breaks?

In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin shareholder Ryan E. Abernethy and associate John Slavik break down a common misconception about employee meal breaks and explain why an employee choosing to work through lunch does not automatically protect an employer from liability. They discuss the “no policing” rule, meal period records, premium payments, and how employers can address recurring break issues before they become larger compliance risks.

September 16, 2026

Does an Employee Handbook Protect You From Lawsuits?

A new fact or fiction series kicks off with a common myth in California employment law. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Christopher Horsley explain why having a handbook does not automatically shield employers from claims. Listen for a clear breakdown of what California employers need to know to make their handbook an actual line of defense. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here .

September 1, 20268 min

Alternative Workweeks: A Better Schedule for California Employers?

In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin shareholders Ryan E. Aberneth y and Lukas Clary explain what employers need to know about alternative workweek schedules, how they can reduce daily overtime costs, and the requirements for properly adopting one.

August 18, 2026

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Amendments

San Francisco has expanded its Fair Chance Ordinance protections. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin shareholders Shauna Correia and Meagan Bainbridge explain what employers need to know about the new restrictions on certain out-of-state arrests and convictions and the steps employers should take now to comply. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here .

August 4, 2026

California Employment News: Is Your Employee Handbook Up to Date?

In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin shareholder Meagan Bainbridge and associate Nikki Mahmoudi discuss the key provisions every legally compliant handbook should address. In this episode, they cover: Foundational provisions, including at-will employment and handbook disclaimers Harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and accommodation policies Wage and hour requirements, leave rights, and workplace expectations Employee acknowledgements and the importance of annual handbook reviews Listen for a practical overview of how an updated handbook can help California employers promote consistency, communicate expectations, and address workplace issues before they become larger disputes.

June 23, 2026

Common Wage and Hour Traps for Employers

Wage and hour compliance remains a major source of risk for California employers. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin Associate Nikki Mahmoudi and Shareholder Ryan Abernethy discuss common issues involving meal and rest breaks, rounding, regular rate calculations, and employee attestations. Listen for a clear breakdown of common wage and hour mistakes California employers should review to help reduce compliance risk.

June 9, 2026Episode 100

Protecting Your Business Information When an Employee Leaves

When an employee leaves, employers should act quickly to protect trade secrets, confidential business information, and customer relationships. In this 100th episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys James Kachmar and John Slavik discuss practical steps companies can take before, during, and after an employee’s departure. Listen for a breakdown of how California employers can better protect valuable business information when an employee exits the company. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here .

May 27, 2026

Stop Penalties Before They Start: The Power of Meal and Rest Break Attestations

Meal and rest break compliance remains a key issue in California wage and hour litigation. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin Shareholders Meagan Bainbridge and Shauna Correia discuss how employers can use attestations to identify issues, correct them, and reduce legal exposure. Listen for a breakdown at how California employers can use attestations as part of a stronger meal and rest break compliance strategy. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here .

May 12, 2026Episode 98

The Hidden Risks of PEOs & Staffing Agencies

Thinking about using a PEO or staffing agency? In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Lizbeth (Beth) V. West and Talia Delanoy discuss the risks and benefits employers should consider before entering into these relationships, including joint employer liability and key contract provisions.

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