Is Headless PAGA Still Viable and What Does It Mean for Employers?

by Landegger & Verano | Mar 13, 2025 | alert

At first, those of us representing California employers believed we finally got some good news dealing with PAGA claims when the Court of Appeals, Second District came out with its ruling in Leeper v. Shipt on December 30, 2024. In Leeper, the court ruled that every...

Arbitrations Are Going to Be Difficult to Enforce in California Courts for Cases That Involve Both Sexual Harassment and Other Claims

by Landegger & Verano | Oct 22, 2024 | alert

What was practiced by trial courts is now confirmed by the California Court of Appeals in its two recent decisions: if a Plaintiff alleges wage/hour claims or any FEHA (Fair Employment Housing Act) claim and sexual harassment in their complaint, they can defeat a...

Important Legal Implications of Artificial Intelligence for Employers in California Today

by Landegger & Verano | Aug 23, 2024 | alert

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries globally, with California leading the way as a hub for technology and innovation. The deployment of AI technologies across various sectors brings substantial legal implications for employers in the state. This...

Summary of Cal/OSHA’s Indoor Heat Protection Regulations

by Landegger & Verano | Jul 30, 2024 | alert

Introduction On July 24, 2024 the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) obtained authorization to immediately implement and enforce new Indoor Heat Protection Regulations at places of employment state-wide. This summary provides Employers...

How Does The New PAGA Reform Effect Employers?

by Landegger & Verano | Jul 15, 2024 | alert

As most of us in the employment law world have been following and impatiently waiting, the PAGA reform is officially signed into law by Governor Newsom as PAGA reform (AB 2288 and SB 92). So, how does this change the landscape for PAGA cases? Here is the breakdown:...