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Payne & Fears is proud to announce that the firm has been recognized as a recipient of the State Bar’s DEI Leadership Seal. This distinction reflects our ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion...
January 21, 2026
New Law Requires All California Employers Provide their Employees with a New Notice of Rights and an Opportunity to Name an Emergency Contact for Arrests
Employers should be aware that there are two new requirements that they must comply with under the newly enacted SB 294, also known as the “Workplace Know Your Rights Act.” First, employers must provide their employees a...
December 22, 2025
Register Now: Employee Mobility and Confidential Information: Key Issues to Consider When Onboarding and Offboarding Employees
January 22, 2026 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Speakers: Scott Luskin, Ben Nix, and Phil Lem A company can reduce legal risk by adopting strong policies and procedures when onboarding an employee from a competitor. Similarly, when...
Get to Know Nick What activities do you enjoy outside of work? Outside of the office, Nick enjoys watching the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Anaheim Ducks win, playing online bullet chess games, and spending time with his...
Payne & Fears LLP has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms.” This distinction reflects the firm’s commitment to professional excellence and its strong reputation among clients and...
December 4, 2025 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Speakers: Leila Narvid, Melissa Clarke, & Tyler Runge Join us for a lively discussion of critical year-end updates for California employers. We will address new legislation and key...
On October 1, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 406 into law, which amends Government Code section 12945.8, Labor Code sections 230.2, 230.5 and 246.5, and reinstates Labor Code sections 230 and...
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...