Insider threats are often some of the most common sources of trade secret misappropriation – and theft. The risk of employee theft gained national attention with the recent lawsuit involving Coca-Cola. It also brought this danger to the forefront of business owners’...
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Month: May 2021
AB 5, Proposition 22 still causing businesses trouble
In 2019, California gained national attention when state lawmakers signed Assembly Bill 5 into law. And the response to the law was quick. Several companies – namely Uber and Lyft – objected to the regulations. The dispute over AB 5 continued until last November....
Forming new policies? How employers should move forward
Creating and enforcing effective company policies is a key responsibility of any employer. After all, they are the rules that inform the operation and conduct of the business and its employees. It can be a challenge to make new policies and adjust its rules, but...
Ruling: Meal period tracking must be precise
Compliance is an essential part of any employer’s job. It is their responsibility to ensure they adhere to all labor laws and practices. And one practice that employers cannot overlook is timekeeping. Proper timekeeping is critical to avoid the common wage and hour...
Construction defect claim? Inspections are the first step
According to California law – and under the terms of the Right to Repair Act – builders have the option to manage and fix alleged defects before property owners can file a legal claim or take matters to court. Regardless of how builders approach these claims, there...
