#metoo.   Without minimizing those that truly have been sexually harassed or worse, this movement and others like it have had a serious effect on California businesses.     Even innocent conversation or innocent touching is now being claimed as sexual harassment and it is creating a windfall for unscrupulous …

One of the most common questions I get from employers is ‘What is the proper way to fire an employee?’ California business owners are extremely worried (and with good reason) about getting sued because of all the crazy one-sided verdicts we have seen against employers in recent years, like this …

Are YOU the NEXT Employer on the chopping block? The case: Juarez vs. AutoZone The allegation: Juarez, a female employee claims she was discriminated against by her former employer (AutoZone) based on gender.  She claims she was demoted and ultimately fired when AutoZone discovered she was pregnant. Jury finding: $800,000 …

Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles is an iconic brand in Southern California and because of popular culture, a well known brand around the world. However, thanks to a recent judgment a few weeks ago in favor of a former employee, the seven restaurant chain food provider is going to be filing …