California becomes more expensive for employers: meal and rest break premiums now track overtime

[Source: The National Law Review] Issuing the California Supreme Court’s decision in a much-anticipated case, Justice Liu on behalf of a unanimous court explained in Ferra v. Loews Hollywood Hotel, LLC. (S259172.PDF (ca.gov) that “[t]he calculation of premium pay for a non-compliant meal, rest, or recovery period, like the calculation of overtime pay, must account Read More…

Despite court challenge, California pushes forward with retirement program for all workers in state

[Source: Los Angeles Times] Workers at architecture firm and general contractor Walker Workshop have planned and built high-end homes from Long Island to the Hollywood Hills. But planning for retirement and building savings is another story. Like many small business, the 16-employee Los Angeles company doesn’t offer a pension or 401(k) plan. Starting in January, Read More…