Stay Ahead of the Curve

California has frowned on employee noncompetition agreements for a long time, but some employers still use them or try to disguise them as non-solicitation agreements. If that is the case in your Company, you will need to provide your affected employees with a personalized notice explaining that the non-competition agreement or the offending clause in the employment agreement is void by Valentine’s Day—February 14, 2024.

This is a reminder that, as we previously advised, California’s state minimum wage will increase to $16.50 per hour for all employers effective January 1, 2025.

After the passage of SB 525, covered healthcare employers who are mandated to increase the minimum wage of their affected employees (and contractors) waited patiently as the Legislature voted to delay the implementation of the increase due to budgetary concerns.

Explore effective defense strategies and your rights when facing criminal charges, ensuring fair treatment and a strong legal defense.

After heavy negotiations with the legislature and business groups, a deal was reached that amends the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), such that a ballot measure was pulled from the November ballot.

After heavy negotiations with the legislature and business groups, a deal was reached that amends the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), such that a ballot measure was pulled from the November ballot.