On July 25, 2024, the California Supreme Court upheld Proposition 22 (“Prop. 22”) in a major win for gig-economy companies Uber, Lyft and DoorDash. This ruling marks the end of a multi-year legal battle over Prop. 22 raised by a group of drivers and a major labor union that challenged Prop. 22 as unconstitutional, arguing that it interferes with lawmakers’ authority over matters of workers’ compensation.(more…)
2025 employment law
Employment Law Update for 2025
As employers prepare to update their policies and practices for 2025, there are a number of new laws to consider. Unless otherwise noted, the laws discussed below will be effective as of January 1, 2025. (more…)