Tag: California Law

Massachusetts Employers: Proposed Private Attorney General Act for Wage-Hour Claims is a Major Concern 

By Christopher R. Deubert & Sasha Thaler, Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete Nov 7, 2025 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Nov 7, 2025

For the third consecutive legislative session, Massachusetts state representative Tram T. Nguyen has proposed a bill to establish a private right of action by employees on behalf of themselves, their fellow employees and the Commonwealth for employers’ alleged wage and hour violations.   For the first time, however, Rep. Nguyen has some support from the other chamber: Several state senators have […]

New AI Hiring Rules and Lawsuits Put Employers on Notice: What HR Needs to Know

By Adam Bouka, Attorney, Holland & Hart LLP Jun 9, 2025 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Jun 10, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how companies find, evaluate, and hire talent, but it’s also raising red flags among regulators and courts. Two big developments in May 2025 show that HR teams must take a closer look at their hiring tools to avoid legal and compliance risks. Let’s break it down. What’s Happening in California? […]

Navigating Recent Changes to California Wage and Hour Laws

By Kevin L. Jones, Farella Braun + Martel May 19, 2025 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: May 19, 2025

The recent changes to California’s wage and hour laws have significant implications for employers operating within the state. While the reforms are aimed at providing clearer guidelines for employers, there are still complex issues that HR professionals and employment lawyers must address. Key updates that affect your organization and what you can do to stay […]