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Effective January 1, 2026, California employers with unpaid wage judgments will be subject to significantly increased liability as a result of SB 261 – which was signed by the Governor on October 13, 2025. Employers should...
California has passed four new laws expanding employees’ rights with regard to notice about employee workplace rights, paid family leave, pay-scale transparency, and access to personnel records. Senate Bill (SB) 294...
California employers are navigating a rapidly evolving litigation landscape, with new claims gaining traction and increasing exposure. This session will highlight emerging trends and practical strategies to mitigate risk. We...
October 21, 2025
California Extends Rehiring Protections for Some Employees Laid-Off Because of COVID to Jan. 1, 2027
On October 3, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 858 into law, which amends Labor Code section 2810.8 by extending the sunset date of the recall and reinstatement rights for certain employees...
On October 13, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 464 into law as part of California’s broader effort to advance pay equity and transparency. SB 464 amends Government Code section 12999 and...
Assembly Bill (AB) 692 was enrolled on October 13, 2025. The law adds Section 16608 to the Business and Professions Code and Section 926 to the Labor Code. AB 692 applies to employment contracts entered into on or after...
October 14, 2025
Karen Kirollos Expands Employment Litigation and Business Litigation Team at Payne & Fears
Karen Kirollos has joined Payne & Fears LLP as an Associate in the firm’s Employment Litigation and Business Litigation Group. Known for her strategic thinking and meticulous preparation, Karen brings valuable...
This is an urgent update regarding a Presidential Proclamation issued yesterday that will have immediate impacts on H-1B applicants. The order introduces a new restriction on the entry and reentry of H-1B visa holders....
Cliff White has joined Payne & Fears LLP as Counsel in the firm’s Insurance Litigation Group, with his extensive background expected to extend into the Business and Employment Groups as well. With more than 25 years of...
August 26, 2025
Employee Mobility and Confidential Information: Key Issues to Consider When Onboarding and Offboarding Employees (RSVP)
A company can reduce legal risk by adopting strong policies and procedures when onboarding an employee from a competitor. Similarly, when offboarding, there are several measures companies should consider to prevent theft of...
Congratulations to the 13 Payne & Fears attorneys included in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers In America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®. Attorneys have been recognized in the following practice areas: The Best...
August 21, 2025
NLRB’s Structure is Likely Unconstitutional Holds the Fifth Circuit in Win for SpaceX
On August 19, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit — the federal court that hears appeals from federal trial courts in Texas, Mississippi, and Louisiana — held that statutory removal protections for NLRB...