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California Employment News

In California Employment News, attorneys in Weintraub Tobin’s Labor & Employment practice group present a series of short, informational episodes designed to keep California employers up-to-date on legal developments in employment law.

Podcast · By California Employment News · American English · Official site

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Sep 16, 2026
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  1. Episode · Sep 16, 2026

    Does an Employee Handbook Protect You From Lawsuits? (opens the original)

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    A new fact or fiction series kicks off with a common myth in California employment law. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Meagan Bainbridge and Christopher Horsley explain why having a handbook does not automatically shield employers from claims. Listen for a clear breakdown of what California employers need to know to make their handbook an actual line of defense. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here .

  2. Episode · Sep 1, 2026

    Alternative Workweeks: A Better Schedule for California Employers? (opens the original)

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    In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin shareholders Ryan E. Aberneth y and Lukas Clary explain what employers need to know about alternative workweek schedules, how they can reduce daily overtime costs, and the requirements for properly adopting one.

  3. Episode · Aug 18, 2026

    San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Amendments (opens the original)

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    San Francisco has expanded its Fair Chance Ordinance protections. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin shareholders Shauna Correia and Meagan Bainbridge explain what employers need to know about the new restrictions on certain out-of-state arrests and convictions and the steps employers should take now to comply. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here .

  4. Episode · Aug 4, 2026

    California Employment News: Is Your Employee Handbook Up to Date? (opens the original)

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    In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin shareholder Meagan Bainbridge and associate Nikki Mahmoudi discuss the key provisions every legally compliant handbook should address. In this episode, they cover: Foundational provisions, including at-will employment and handbook disclaimers Harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and accommodation policies Wage and hour requirements, leave rights, and workplace expectations Employee acknowledgements and the importance of annual ha

  5. Episode · Jul 7, 2026

    The Basics of Mandatory Harassment Prevention Training (opens the original)

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    State law requires that employers take steps to prevent and correct wrongful behaviors in the workplace, such as discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Lizbeth (Beth) West explains what employers should know about mandatory harassment prevention training for non-supervisors and supervisors on this installment of California Employment News. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel here .

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