Labor law attorney los angeles

As expected, Peter B. Robb has been nominated by President Donald Trump to become the National Labor Relations Board’s next General Counsel. Robb is a long-time management labor law attorney. If confirmed, Robb will succeed Richard F. Griffin, Jr., who has been GC since November 2013. Griffin’s term expires in November 2017. Among other responsibilities, the GC investigates and prosecutes unfair labor practice cases. Through the process of deciding which unfair labor practice cases should be litigated and potentially reach the five-member NLRB for decision, the GC controls which cases the Board prioritizes and pursues. … [Read more...] about Management-Side Labor Law Attorney Peter Robb Nominated for NLRB General Counsel

"Although we are disheartened by the decision of the District Attorney's Office, we are not necessarily surprised by it. We are confident, however, that the city attorney, upon review of the facts, will determine that the misdemeanor charge is appropriate. It's fully warranted," Bachner said. … [Read more...] about Los Angeles County prosecutors decline to file felony charges against Avenatti

Confirm that you are paying your employees at least the applicable minimum wage, which will also affect the minimum payout for sick time. As noted in a schedule, which is included in the same Article as the paid sick leave provisions, beginning July 1, 2016, the minimum wage in Los Angeles applicable to employers with at least 26 employees, wherever they are located, will be $10.50. Be aware that there is a higher minimum wage for certain hotel workers, pursuant to Ordinance No. 183241, and they are also covered by different paid and unpaid time off provisions. … [Read more...] about Beginning July 1, 2016, Employees Working in the City of Los Angeles Will Gain Enhanced Paid Sick Leave Rights

Beginning July 1, 2017, the DAA may fine employers up to $500 for the first violation, up to $1,000 for the second, and up to $2,000 for the third and subsequent violations of the law. However, fines for violations of the record-retention and notice and posting requirements are capped at $500 for each violation. Prior to July 1, 2017, the DAA will not issue any monetary penalties. Instead, it will issue written warnings to employers that violate the Ordinance. … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Enacts ‘Ban the Box’ Legislation

Billionaire Michael Bloomberg is known for his vast business empire, along with his years as New York City mayor. But he's also a philanthropist who has donated tens of millions of dollars to causes like gun control. Mitch Landrieu, who spent two terms leading New Orleans, gained national attention with his decision as a white mayor of a majority black city to remove high-profile Confederate monuments and arguing that the nation needs a frank discussion on race. … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Teachers’ Strike Shows Garcetti Risks in 2020 Bid