by Wirtz Law APC | Apr 20, 2012 | Employment & Labor
On April 11, 2012, the United States Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit (which includes California) issued another employer friendly decision. In Samper v. Providence St. Vincent (9th Cir. 10-35811 4/11/12), the limits of an employer’s attendance policy were...
by Wirtz Law APC | Feb 10, 2012 | Business & Industry, Employment & Labor
It is becoming commonplace for California employees to be employed by out-of-state employers. In some situations, the out-of-state employer will take advantage of the more employer friendly laws of the non-California venue and require the employee to sign non-compete...
by Wirtz Law APC | Feb 2, 2012 | Business & Industry, Employment & Labor
When employees take a leave of absence for military service, they are entitled to continue the health plan provided by their employer pursuant to two relevant statutes.[1] The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and the Consolidated...
by Wirtz Law APC | Jan 18, 2012 | Employment & Labor
Most employers and employees will agree that if they do not specify the term (or length) of employment, the employment relationship is “at-will” — that is, either the employer or the employee may end the relationship at any time for any reason (except for...
by Wirtz Law APC | Jan 13, 2012 | Business & Industry, Employment & Labor
Many workforces include active members of the military. When an employee notifies an employer of an absence from work due to military service, a letter should be sent to the employee thanking them for the advanced notice (which is not legally required) and confirming...
by Wirtz Law | Sep 25, 2011 | Business & Industry, Employment & Labor
4 Reasons Why Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) Policies Protect Your Company Against Unforeseen and Unbudgeted Risks 1. Employment Lawsuits Are on the Rise In California, court filings increased by 20% over the past decade. In 2009, contract disputes...
