Episodes

Are you reimbursing employees for business expenses? Weintraub attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi discuss key reimbursement policies under California law, including cell phone use and mileage for business travel in this episode of California Employment News. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel. Show Notes: Meagan: Hello, everyone. Thank you for joining us for this installment of California Employment News, an informative video and podcast resource offered by the L...

Big changes for CA healthcare workers! New minimum wage rates are in effect, with increases rolling out as of October 16, 2024. Weintraub attorneys Nikki Mahmoudi and Jacqueline Simonovich make sure you’re up to date with the change on the latest episode of California Employment News. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel. Show Notes: Nikki Mahmoudi: Hi, everyone. Thank you for joining us for this installment of California Employment News, an informative video and podcast resou...

New changes to employment law are coming in 2025! Weintraub Labor and Employment attorneys Shauna Correia and Meagan Bainbridge give you an overview on what you need to know to stay compliant in the latest episode of California Employment News. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here. Show Notes: Shauna Hello, everyone. Thank you for joining us for this installment of the California Employment News, an informative video and podcast resource offered by the Labor and Employmen...

Recent legal developments have impacted drug and alcohol policy enforcement in the workplace. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Labor & Employment attorneys Lizbeth “Beth” West and Ryan Abernathy provide an overview of the latest legal updates, best practices for implementing these policies, and how they apply to remote workers. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel. Show Notes: Ryan: Hello, everyone, and thank you for joining us on this installment of Cal...

Weintraub Attorneys Nikki Mahmoudi and Tomiwa Aina discuss the essential documentation and paperwork employers need to provide when an employment relationship ends. From final paychecks to COBRA notices and WARN Act requirements, this episode of California Employment News provides key insights to help employers stay compliant. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel. Show Notes: Nikki: Hi, everyone. Thank you for joining us for this installment of California Employment News, an in...

In this episode of California Employment News, Meagan Bainbridge and Ryan Abernethy break down the latest PAGA reforms and what employers need to know to reduce penalties and stay compliant. From new cure opportunities to proactive audits, they cover actionable steps to protect your business. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel. Show Notes: Meagan: Hello, everyone. Thank you for joining us for this installment of California Employment News, an informative video and podcast res...

Tune in to the latest edition of California Employment News, where Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi dive into LA County’s Fair Work Week Ordinance. Learn about key protections for retail workers, including scheduling rights, premium pay for schedule changes, and more. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel. Show Notes: Meagan: Hello, everyone. Thank you for joining us for this installment of the California Employment News, an informative video and podcast resource offered by ...

In this episode of California Employment News, Lizbeth (Beth) West and Meagan Bainbridge present part one of the Workplace Investigation Series, discussing how to start an investigation following an employee complaint. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel.

In this featured episode of California Employment News, Lizbeth (Beth) West and Meagan Bainbridge present part two of the Workplace Investigation Series, discussing best practices for collecting information during a workplace investigation. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel and find the first installment of this series here. Meagan: Hello, everyone. Thank you for joining us for this installment of the California Employment News, an informative video resource offered by the La...

In this featured episode of California Employment News, Lizbeth (Beth) West and Meagan Bainbridge present part three of the Workplace Investigation Series, discussing how to make reasonable investigative findings once all evidence is collected. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here or listen to this podcast episode here. You can also watch part one and part two of this series.

Some California cities have raised their local minimum wage above the state rate of $16.50. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Nikki Mahmoudi and Chris Horsley cover key updates in cities like San Francisco, Berkeley, Emeryville, and Alameda. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel. Show Notes: Nikki: Hi, everyone. Thank you for joining us for this installment of the California Employment News, an informative video and podcast resource offered ...

Whether setting pay for a new hire or adjusting compensation for a current employee, employers must navigate a range of legal considerations. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub employment attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Nikki Mahmoudi share key reminders to help employers stay compliant with California’s complex wage and hour laws. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel. Show Notes: Meagan: Hello, everyone. Thank you for joining us for this installment of th...

Another year, another minimum wage raise. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub attorneys Chris Horsley and Nikki Mahmoudi expand on updates to state and local wage increases and cover key cities like Santa Monica, City and County of Los Angeles. Watch this episode on YouTube. Other Relevant Videos: CA Local Minimum Wage Updates California Wage Compliance – Avoiding Legal Pitfalls California’s New Healthcare Minimum Wage

California’s new AI regulations will take effect on October 1, 2025, impacting how employers can use automated tools in hiring, recruitment, and beyond. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Shauna Correia break down what the rules mean, the risks of noncompliance, and the steps employers can take to stay compliant. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel.

In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Shauna Correia and Meagan Bainbridge discuss SB 261, a new law that strengthens enforcement of California wage judgments. Learn about the new public database for unpaid judgments, triple penalties for late payment, and mandatory attorney’s fees for enforcement. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel. Show Notes: Shauna: Thank you for joining us for this installment of the California Employment News, an infor...

Senate Bills 642 and 464 are set to take effect at the start of the new year, bringing important changes to the California workplace. Weintraub employment attorneys Lizbeth “Beth” West and Lukas Clary break down these new laws and what employers need to know on this episode of California Employment News. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel.

In this episode, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Jackie Simonovich and Chris Horsley break down California’s expanded recall and reinstatement protections under AB 858, which are now in effect. The law requires hospitality, service, and travel industry employers to offer open positions to qualified laid-off employees and prohibits retaliation. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel.

In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Chris Horsley and Ryan Abernethy break down employer obligations related to 401(k) retirement plans, CalSavers, and health benefits. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel.

Thinking about using a PEO or staffing agency? In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Lizbeth (Beth) V. West and Talia Delanoy discuss the risks and benefits employers should consider before entering into these relationships, including joint employer liability and key contract provisions.