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February 2, 2009 Media Coverage
Calls to Curb Executive Compensation Echo Widely
Employment Law360 February 2, 2009 "Calls to Curb Executive Compensation Echo Widely" Farella Braun + Martel's Doug Dexter quoted on potential federal limits on executive compensation and bonuses.
November 24, 2008 Media Coverage
California's high court to decide break rules
North Bay Business Journal November 24, 2008 "California's high court to decide break rules" Farella Braun +Martel's Doug Dexter is quoted on an upcoming California Supreme Court decision that could drastically change how wage and hour disputes are decided.
April 1, 2006 Media Coverage
The Monitored Workplace
8-K
8-K Legal Magazine Spring 2006 “The Monitored Workplace” Farella Braun + Martel’s Doug Dexter discusses how concern over possible litigation, trade secret theft, and workers’ productivity is forcing more employers to monitor their employees’ electronic communications, from email correspondence...
February 12, 2006 Media Coverage
Firms grapple with web logs: Brand messaging now in hands of the people
The San Francisco Examiner
The San Francisco Examiner February 12, 2006 “Firms grapple with web logs: Brand messaging now in hands of the people” Farella Braun + Martel’s Doug Dexter is quoted regarding the inevitable future of employee/human resources blogs and the policies...
December 1, 2004 Media Coverage
Employment Law Update
California Lawyer
California Lawyer December 2004 "Employment Law Update" Farella Braun + Martel’s Doug Dexter participates in a roundtable discussion on wage-and-hour developments in California.

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Navigating California's Evolving Legal Landscape Governing Leaves of Absence

California’s employment laws are no stranger to change, and recent years have witnessed the introduction or modification of various protected leaves by employees. In this article, we will delve into three significant leave categories...

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Navigating California's Workplace Violence Prevention Law

California has introduced a new requirement compelling most employers to implement a workplace violence prevention policy by July 1, 2024. The implications of this law are significant, prompting the need for human resource executives...

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Employment Law Update for Nonprofits With Holly Sutton

Welcome to  EO Radio Show - Your Nonprofit Legal Resource . Charities, foundations, and their founders often request help addressing employment practices and compliance questions. In this episode, host Cynthia Rowland is joined by Holly...

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California’s Estrada Decision and Impact on Employers and PAGA Claims

Following Estrada v. Royalty Carpet Mills, Inc. , the California Supreme Court’s employee-friendly Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) ruling earlier this year, employers must remain more diligent than ever to prevent and mitigate costly...

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Trial Courts’ Tool Box Doesn’t Include PAGA Manageability Authority

In Estrada v. Royalty Carpet Mills, Inc. , the California Supreme Court jump-started 2024 with a boon to employees, ending trial courts’ inherent authority to dismiss unmanageable claims under the Private Attorneys’ General Act...

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Navigating Cannabis in the Workplace: A Guide for California Corporations

The landscape surrounding cannabis in the workplace is rapidly evolving, posing challenges for California corporations and businesses to establish effective policies and procedures. As the use of cannabis, both medical and recreational, becomes more...

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Important Changes and the Impact of California Industry-Specific Minimum Wage Laws

In the ever-evolving landscape of California labor laws, the minimum wage has once again taken center stage. With the recent state-wide increase to $16 per hour, the Golden State continues to lead the nation...

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California Employment Law Updates: What to Look Out for in 2024

Farella's 2024 Employment Law Symposium provided invaluable insights that will keep you and your talent team at the forefront of California employment law trends. The Symposium offered a unique chance to deepen your understanding of new...

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Navigating California's New Rebuttable Presumption Law

The ever-evolving landscape of employment laws in California has introduced a notable change with the implementation of a new law that establishes a rebuttable presumption of retaliation in some circumstances. This law, which took...

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Employment Law Symposium Recordings & Articles

Employers Face Significant New Requirements for Severance Agreements and Non-Competes  (Recording) Conducting Effective, Defensible Investigations (With Lessons Learned from Summary Judgment & Trial)  (Recording) California Employment Law Updates: What to Look Out for in...

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