We placed a spotlight on the #genderpaygap in the #UK.
Click HERE for our review of the new UK requirements after the first year of reporting.
Quick Reminder Regarding San Francisco’s Salary History Ban (Effective July 1, 2018)
With all the discussion around California’s salary history ban, it’s easy to forget that some cities have adopted their own regulations. For companies with operations in San Francisco, it is important to be aware of the city’s salary history ordinance.
Here’s what you need to know:
California Supreme Court Delivers Blow To Use Of Independent Contractors
On April 30, the California Supreme Court issued an opinion radically changing the legal landscape for any company engaging independent contractors in California. Dynamex Operations West Inc. v. The Superior Court of Los Angeles County changes the legal test for determining whether workers should be classified as employees or as independent contractors under California’s wage
The International Response To The Gender Pay Gap
As efforts to narrow the gender pay gap intensify across the globe, we launch the first article in our new series. Click the photo below to read the article, which provides an overview of the international picture.
The International Response to the Gender Pay Gap
Stay tuned over the coming months for weekly insights highlighting
Takeaways From Our European Employment Law Breakfast Briefing
Yesterday we hosted a dynamic panel featuring four of our favorite European colleagues for a breakfast briefing in Palo Alto. Susan Eandi moderated a lively discussion with Nadège Dallais (France), Bernhard Trappehl (Germany), Fermin Guardiola (Spain) and Nicola James (United Kingdom).
Our colleagues gave guests an inside look at sociopolitical trends driving employment law change in each of their respective countries, as well as sharing important updates related to practical issues employers are currently facing.
In case you missed it, here are a few of the headlines:Continue Reading Takeaways From Our European Employment Law Breakfast Briefing
The “Liberal Lion’s” Last Opinion Says Salary History Can’t Justify Wage Differentials
On April 9, 2018, the Ninth Circuit issued its decision in Rizo v. Yovino and affirmed that prior salary, alone or in combination with other factors, cannot justify a wage differential between male and female employees. Judge Stephen Reinhardt, who died unexpectedly in late March, authored the ruling. Known as the “Liberal Lion” of the federal judiciary in California, Judge Reinhardt also overturned bans on same-sex marriage and physician-assisted suicide and declared prison overcrowding unconstitutional.Continue Reading The “Liberal Lion’s” Last Opinion Says Salary History Can’t Justify Wage Differentials
Upcoming GDPR Webinar — April 5, 2018
The new data privacy rules are just around the corner…are you ready?
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force May 25, 2018. GDPR introduces stricter requirements and higher penalties for violations, so it is important for companies to review their data privacy compliance not just with respect to customers but with respect
Highly Regarded Employment Attorney Robin Samuel Joins Baker McKenzie
Robin Samuel has joined Baker McKenzie as a Partner in its North America Employment & Compensation Practice, bringing more than 20 years of experience in a range of employment litigation and counseling matters.
Based in the Firm’s new Los Angeles office, Robin handles all aspects of California and federal employment law, helping clients with complex
Best Practices For An Effective Whistleblower / Internal Reporting Program In The US
This week, the SEC publicized its largest-ever whistleblower awards, thereby underscoring the value of robust internal reporting procedures. On March 19, the SEC issued a press release announcing that three individuals will get more than $83 million for providing information to the agency to help bring a case.Continue Reading Best Practices For An Effective Whistleblower / Internal Reporting Program In The US
#MeToo Breaks Silence, Legislators Follow: Confidentiality Provisions
In the wake of the #metoo movement, several lawmakers proposed legislation to ban confidentiality provisions in workplace sexual harassment settlements.
Critics of confidentiality agreements say that they enable serial abusers and silence victims. But, some advocates question whether a ban could actually harm individuals. For instance, some victims may actually prefer confidentiality and the prospect of publicity may discourage them from coming forward. Further, the promise of confidentiality may lead to larger (and earlier) monetary settlements for victims.Continue Reading #MeToo Breaks Silence, Legislators Follow: Confidentiality Provisions