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Conducting Effective, Defensible Investigations (With Lessons Learned from Summary Judgment & Trial)

January 18, 2024 Webinar

Employment Law Symposium

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 laws and regulations affecting employers in California through a series of interactive presentations by Farella’s dedicated employment law team. We also shared insights and lessons learned from recent trial experiences in 2023.

Program 2: Conducting Effective, Defensible Investigations (with Lessons Learned from Summary Judgment & Trial)
Speakers: Chandra Andrade and Jaya Bajaj

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On Managing Leave and Accommodation Requests

Holly Sutton was interviewed by Matt Crossman of the AccelPro Employment Law podcast for the episode "On Managing Leave and Accommodation Requests" where they talked about the do’s and don’ts of effectively managing leave rules and regulations. Click here to...

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Tools To Tackle Today's Legal Landscape

Holly Sutton is a speaker at the Winejobs.com SUMMIT for the session "Tools To Tackle Today's Legal Landscape." Click here for more information.

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The Ninth Circuit Reminds Employers of Obligations When Addressing Social Media Posts Affecting Workplace

A recent Ninth Circuit decision clarifies employers’ obligations to address hostile work environment complaints arising out of employees' off-premises social media activity. In Okonowsky v. Garland (No. 23-55404; Jul. 25, 2024), the Ninth Circuit...

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Lawyers on the Fast Track Award: Kelly Matayoshi

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4 Things HR Needs To Know Today About the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

In 2023, the U.S. Congress passed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), and this summer, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC’s) regulations interpreting the PWFA took effect. In general, the PWFA requires employers with at least...

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Farella Lawyers Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 Edition

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The Ninth Circuit Clarifies Employers’ Obligations When Addressing Social Media Posts Affecting Workplace

A recent Ninth Circuit decision clarifies employers’ obligations to address hostile work environment complaints arising out of employees’ off-premises social media activity. In Okonowsky v. Garland , the Ninth Circuit overturned a Title VII...

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PAGA Amendments: A Reprieve for Employers Proactively Addressing Labor Code Violations, but Ambiguities Remain

On July 1, 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law a package of reforms to the Private Attorneys General Act (“PAGA”), a statute that has created headaches for employers and driven up wage...

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Farella Represents Château Montrose Owners in Acquisition of Virginia’s RdV Vineyards

Northern California legal powerhouse Farella Braun + Martel represented the Bouygues family’s winery enterprise, SCDM Domaines, in its purchase of RdV Vineyards in Virginia. SCDM Domaines owns a number of winery holdings in France, including...

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Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: What California Employers Need to Know

In 2023, the U.S. Congress passed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (“PWFA”) and, in June 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (“EEOC’s”) regulations interpreting the PWFA took effect. In general, the PWFA requires employers...