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The California Supreme Court released an opinion in Kuciemba v. Victory Woodworks Inc., finding that the exclusive remedy provisions of the California Workers’ Compensation Act (“WCA”) do not bar a non-employee’s...

Payne & Fears’ partner Sarah J. Odia has been named to the list of 2023 Super Lawyers® Mountain States Rising Stars, recognizing her excellent contributions to the Las Vegas area legal community. A Super...

Jonathan Arjonilla has joined Payne & Fears LLP as an associate based in the firm’s Irvine office. Jonathan’s labor and employment practice includes representing employers in all aspects of labor and employment law...

We congratulate Payne & Fears attorney Leila Narvid for being named a 2023 Northern California Super Lawyer....

We congratulate the hardworking Payne & Fears attorneys named 2023 Southern California Super Lawyers® Rising Stars in the following practice areas: Employment & Labor Blake A. Dillion Business Litigation Leilani L....

The United States Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated labor decision in Glacier Northwest, Inc. v. International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local Union No. 174 today. The 8-1 majority opinion is a win for management and...

On May 22, 2023, the California Supreme Court released an opinion finding that California’s whistleblower protection statute (Labor Code section 1102.5(b)) applies when an employee “blows the whistle” on activity that...

On May 5, 2023, the California Court of Appeal for the Second District released a policyholder-friendly decision reiterating the importance of an insurer’s duty to defend. The case also is a reminder to policyholders to...

Nickson v. Shemran, Inc., 90 Cal. App. 5th 121 (2023) Summary  A plaintiff maintains standing to pursue a non-individual PAGA claim in state court when his individual PAGA claim is sent to arbitration pursuant to an...

Federal agencies have kept busy over the past month, with several releasing decisions or guidance directly related to the workplace. Employers should be aware of what these actions mean for the way they conduct their...

Navigating the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) landscape can be overwhelming for California employers. To help employers stay updated on the ever-evolving statute, this article highlights key takeaways from our recent...

May 2, 20233:00 pm – 5:00 pmThe Pacific Club, 4110 MacArthur Blvd., Newport Beach Parking will be validated. Several developments have surfaced in the past few months regarding PAGA standing in the wake of the U.S....