Recent Developments in California Labor and Employment Law

Last year was an active one for developments affecting California employers. Several cases were published and bills passed that expand or revise protection for employees and obligations of employers. Morrison & Foerster LLP will host a series of briefings to discuss these developments and their impact. Topics that will be discussed include:

Legislative and Judicial Developments

• Interactive Sex Harassment Training is Made Mandatory
• Domestic Partners Have Greater Rights
• Tax Law Changes Affect Retirement Plans, Settlements, and Severance Payments
• The "Bounty Hunter" Law is Modified but Still Has Teeth
• Class Action Lawsuits are a Confirmed Reality
• Exempt/Non-Exempt Changes are Made but Don't Mean Much

Current Issues

• Protecting the Religious Rights of Employees
• Administering Paid Family Leave
• Complying with the Rights of Employees in the Military

This event is also taking place in Orange County and Los Angeles