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Significant PAGA Reform on the Horizon: What Employers Need to Know (and Do) to Protect Themselves  https://lnkd.in/gkkjvzMi #cdflaborlaw #PAGA #PAGAreform #sb92 #ab2288

New PAGA Reform Provides Numerous Benefits for California Employers: Labor and business groups and Governor Gavin Newsom reached a deal to keep an initiative to repeal PAGA off of the November 2024 ballot. On June 21, 2024, Assembly Bill 2288 and Senate Bill 92 were introduced with provisions to instead implement reforms to PAGA. Both bills passed in the legislature, and on July 1, Newsom signed the reform into law. The provisions include numerous benefits for employers including reform to the penalty structure, more restrictive standing requirements for plaintiffs, courts’ ability to limit scope of claims and evidence due to manageability, and new rights to cure. While this is good news for employers, there are affirmative steps that employers should take to protect themselves. Read more: https://bit.ly/3S095tF #SanDiegoLawFirm #SanDiego #LawFirm #SDLaw #SDLawyer #CALaw

August 7, 2024 TO: IAFF Local 2498 Members, Family Members and Friends INFO: Virginia Tidewater Region IAFF Locals Leadership FROM: IAFF Local 2498 Legislative/Political Action Committee Chairman David (Smitty) Smith SUBJECT: 2024 Elections – Labor Union / Worker Impact US Senate YES, the POTUS Election is Very Important BUT Do NOT Take your eyes off the United States Senate Election !!!!!!!..... Perhaps just as important as the Presidential 2024 Race, is the CONTROL of the US Senate. Remember this: The Senate can STOP or Approve Court Pics……..We currently have a ANTI Worker/ANTI Labor Union SCOTUS (Supreme Court of the Unites States) proof is the ruling is the JANUS Ruling, Prohibiting Class Action Lawsuits, STARBUCKS Ruling to name a few. The next POTUS (President of the United States) will be officering nominees for hundreds of Judges including a possible 2 Supreme Court Justices !!!! THINK !!!!!! The current US SENATE is Pro Labor/Pro Worker and Votes accordingly. The current House of Representatives have attacked the Department of Labor and the National Labor Relations Board by attempting to defund them and other Extremely Important Departments and Agencies via the 2025 Appropriations Bill the House Appropriations Committee passed out of committee by Party Line Vote!!!! Let’s Work TOGETHER !!! to Elect a Pro Worker/Pro Labor POTUS. BUT - - - - Let’s Work TOGETHER to Re-Elect and Elect Pro Worker/Pro Labor US Senators in 2024. 

The CA Legislature should utilize the existing Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) process to streamline resolution, minimize the need for lawsuits and help ensure swift and fair recovery for workers. It's time to Fix PAGA. Learn More > bit.ly/3UbFRdf

PAGA Reformed: Draft Legislation Show Way Forward For California Employers After two decades and billions of dollars in penalties, on June 18 California Gov. Gavin Newsom, various labor and business groups, and legislative leadership reached a compromise agreement to reform California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). The two pieces of legislation were proposed on June 21 – AB 2288 amends Labor Code Section 2699 and SB 92 amends Section 2699.3. Assuming the legislation is passed and signed into law, the PAGA ballot initiative set for the November election will be withdrawn. If passed, the amendments will apply, with some exceptions, to civil actions brought on or after June 19, 2024. Read the full Alert by Mark Wallin, Caroline Dickey and John Kuenstler below.

PAGA lawsuits persist, but new reforms may offer a silver lining for California businesses, particularly those that proactively take "reasonable steps" to comply with the California Labor Code--including regular compliance audits, lawful written policies, and manager training. Learn more in #TeamOrrick's latest analysis. #PAGA #EmploymentLaw #California

https://lnkd.in/ehwpakRa What will a Labour Government mean for law firms and partners? Our Maree Cassaidy shares a summary of new law that might come from today's new Labour government. Labour’s manifesto gives a pretty good idea of the direction of travel for employment rights, but what aspects are likely to impact partners and firms? Labour has indicated the following plans, which we will be keeping a watchful eye on and continuing to assess in the partnership and employment spaces: - A longer-term plan to review and reform the categories of employment status, following full consultation. Labour has proposed to combine the current employee and worker categories, which could have significant implications for LLP members who currently could fall into the “worker” category, but who cannot be considered employees based on current case law. This could have significant ramifications for LLP members and firms. - Introduction of Day One rights for employees. Crucially, if implemented, this would remove the current two-year qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims and remove the qualifying period for parental leave and sick pay. If the worker categories are combined as above, could this also be available to LLP members? - Plans to strengthen the framework around whistleblowing in the workplace, including on sexual harassment. - Plans to strengthen rights to equal pay, with a focus on women’s rights. - Reforms to the tax treatment of carried interest, which could shake up private equity partnerships. We will eagerly be awaiting the King's Speech on 17 July, and the employment bill that Labour has vowed to introduce within the next 100 days, which will hopefully give some clarity on the above points. #partnershiplaw #partnerships #LLPs

Big News from California! Governor Gavin Newsom, along with legislative leaders, has announced a significant agreement on PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) reform. This groundbreaking deal aims to streamline and enhance the efficiency of the PAGA process, providing better protection for workers and clarity for businesses. Key highlights of the agreement include: Increased Transparency: Ensuring more accessible and transparent reporting mechanisms. Enhanced Enforcement: Strengthening the enforcement of labor laws to protect workers' rights effectively. Balanced Approach: Striking a balance between protecting workers and reducing unnecessary litigation for businesses. This reform is a major step forward in California's ongoing commitment to fair labor practices and economic growth. Read more about this landmark agreement here https://lnkd.in/gzgpX8wJ #PAGA #LaborReform #California #WorkersRights

Are you an employer in NYS? If yes, then listen up. NYS law requires all employers to display posters with important information like discrimination, minimum wage, and more. Learn more about how you can comply with the law and keep your employees informed: https://lnkd.in/ez93fpmY

In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court emphasized the pivotal role of an employer's financial standing in determining the wage structure of its employees. The court recognized that a company's financial health significantly influences its ability to offer competitive wages. This decision underscores the principle of fair compensation, aligning wages with the employer's capacity to support them sustainably. By considering the financial position of employers, the court seeks to strike a balance between the interests of both employees and employers, ensuring that remuneration remains reflective of economic realities. This verdict serves as a cornerstone in fostering equitable labour practices and promoting stability within the workforce. #legalethics #JudicialIntegrity #TransparencyInJustice #supremecourt ☎Legal Assistance Helpline: 7011426038 📞General Inquiries: 8000700172 📧Mail- [email protected] 🌐Website- www.ardhsainiklegal.com