Aug 16, 20241 min read
Firm News | Richard Q. Liu Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America
We are excited to announce that our Managing Partner, Richard Q. Liu, has been included in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to...
Aug 15, 20245 min read
FTC Non-Compete Rule: Latest Court Rulings and What They Mean for Employers
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved a Final Rule that dramatically changes the landscape for non-compete...
Aug 14, 20243 min read
Critical Update for Employers: Impacts of the Turrieta v. Lyft, Inc. Ruling on PAGA Intervention
On August 1, 2024, the California Supreme Court delivered a crucial ruling in Turrieta v. Lyft, Inc. , addressing whether a party can...
Aug 8, 20242 min read
Protecting Your Business from AI-Driven Cyber Scams in the Remote Work Era
In a recent and alarming incident, a leading cybersecurity training company fell victim to a sophisticated scam involving a North Korean...
Aug 8, 20243 min read
California Supreme Court Ruling: Single Racial Slur by Coworker Can Expose Employers to Liability
In a pivotal ruling, the California Supreme Court in Bailey v. San Francisco District Attorney’s Office examined critical issues related...
Jul 11, 20243 min read
Driving Legislative Change: The Role of Ballot Initiatives in Shaping California's Employment Laws
In recent years, California has increasingly relied on ballot initiatives as a powerful tool to drive significant legislative changes,...
Jul 11, 20244 min read
Supreme Court’s 2024 Decisions: Impact on Labor and Employment Law
The U.S. Supreme Court recently made four important rulings that limit the power of federal agencies. Although these rulings didn’t...
Jul 10, 20243 min read
President Biden Announces New Initiatives to Streamline Immigration Processes
President Biden's administration continues to prioritize comprehensive immigration reform by introducing new measures aimed at...
Jul 9, 20245 min read
Ensuring Compliance: What Employers Need to Know About OSHA's Proposed Heat Safety Rule
In a significant move toward safeguarding workers, the U.S. Department of Labor has introduced a proposed heat safety rule aimed at...
Jul 4, 20245 min read
PAGA Reforms Provide Relief for Employers: Essential Updates for California Businesses
The Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), enacted in 2004, enables California employees to collect penalties for Labor Code violations on...
Jul 3, 20243 min read
Supreme Court Overturns Chevron Doctrine: Implications for Employers
On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the decades-old Chevron doctrine, which required courts to defer to a federal...
Jul 1, 20247 min read
New Workplace Compliance Deadlines: Key Updates for Employers Effective July 1, 2024
As we approach the mid-year mark, several new workplace laws are set to take effect on July 1, 2024. These changes aim to improve worker...
Jun 26, 20243 min read
Enhancing Workplace Rights: New York's Transition to Paid Lactation Breaks
The recently enacted New York State budget for fiscal year 2024 introduces pivotal changes to leave and accommodation laws, demanding...
Jun 25, 20243 min read
U.S. Supreme Court to Clarify Employer Burden of Proof for FLSA Overtime Exemptions
The upcoming term for the U.S. Supreme Court includes a case that could have significant ramifications for employers: E.M.D. Sales, Inc....
Jun 22, 20244 min read
PAGA Reform: A Step Toward Fair Labor Law Enforcement
On June 18, 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom, along with Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire and Assembly Speaker Robert...
Jun 7, 20243 min read
President Biden Announces Strict New Asylum Policy
On Tuesday, June 4, 2024, President Biden introduced a significant executive action under Immigration and Nationality Act sections 212(f)...