Layoffs and plant closures can cause stress and uncertainty for California workers. Matern Law Group, a leading plaintiff-side employment law firm, is here to help you understand your rights under the California Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, also known as the California WARN Act. What is the California WARN Act? The federal WARN (Worker […] The post California’s WARN Act: Protecting Your Rights in Plant Closures and Mass Layoffs appeared first on Matern Law Group, PC ..read more

Don’t let a criminal history prevent you from achieving your career goals. Through the “Fair Chance Act,” California has taken significant strides to provide employment opportunities for individuals with criminal records. This landmark legislation aims to reduce barriers to employment for individuals with conviction histories and promote rehabilitation. Matern Law Group, a leading plaintiff-side employment […] The post California’s Fair Chance Act: Your Rights and Protections appeared first on Matern Law Group, PC ..read more

In a major victory for workers in California, Westrock Company and Westrock Services LLC have agreed to a $5.5 million settlement in a class action lawsuit. This settlement marks a significant achievement for the employees affected by Westrock’s practices and underscores the importance of adhering to wage-and-hour laws. Case Background The lawsuit, originally filed on […] The post Workers in California Win $5.5 Million Settlement Against Westrock appeared first on Matern Law Group, PC ..read more

California, a trendsetter in employee rights, is at the forefront again with Assembly Bill (AB) 2751, proposing a “right to disconnect” law for workers. This legislation has the potential to significantly impact how California employees manage their off-the-clock hours. Here at Matern Law Group, we help employees understand their rights and fight for fair treatment. […] The post California’s “Right to Disconnect”: A Clearer Line Between Work and Life appeared first on Matern Law Group, PC ..read more

The use of “stay or pay” clauses in employment agreements is on the rise for many different jobs and industries, but these clauses are now facing heightened scrutiny because of their negative impact and unique harms on employees. What Are “Stay or Pay” Clauses? Stay or pay clauses occur when an employment agreement specifies that […] The post Navigating “Stay or Pay” Clauses appeared first on Matern Law Group, PC ..read more

As of January 1, 2024, two new California laws, Assembly Bill 2188 (AB 2188)[1] and Senate Bill 700 (SB 700)[2], have significantly shifted the landscape of cannabis testing for employees. Here’s what you need to know. Protection from Off-the-Clock Cannabis Use: No Discrimination Based on Non-Psychoactive Metabolites: Employers are prohibited from discriminating against you based […] The post New Cannabis Testing Laws for California Employees appeared first on Matern Law Group, PC ..read more

As of January 1, 2024, California ushered in a new era of employee well-being with the expansion of the Healthy Workplaces Healthy Families Act (HWHFA). This landmark legislation significantly increases the amount of paid sick leave available to workers across the state, paving the way for a healthier and more equitable workforce. Previously, the HWHFA […] The post Taking Care of Yourself, Taking Care of California: Understanding the New Paid Sick Leave Laws appeared first on Matern Law Group, PC ..read more

Employee privacy rights in California are governed by a combination of state and federal laws. In California, the right to privacy is considered a fundamental right, and the California Constitution provides explicit privacy protections. What laws protect employee privacy? The California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) criminalizes various forms of invasion of privacy, including eavesdropping […] The post Protecting Employees’ Right to Privacy at Work appeared first on Matern Law Group, PC ..read more

En California, las leyes laborales protegen a los empleados de la explotación y garantizan que reciban una compensación justa por su dedicación. Un aspecto clave de estas regulaciones es el pago de horas extras, estipulado en el Código Laboral de California. Conceptos básicos de horas extras: Según la ley de California, cualquier trabajo realizado más […] The post Comprensión del Pago de Horas Extras: Sus Derechos Según la Ley Laboral de California appeared first on Matern Law Group, PC ..read more

Equal Pay Day Equal Pay Day is an annual event that highlights the ongoing wage gap between men and women. It is observed in the United States and other countries around the world on different dates each year, depending on how long it takes women to earn the same amount of money that men earned […] The post Equal Pay Day & The Equal Pay Act appeared first on Matern Law Group, PC ..read more