We invite you to review our newly-posted March 2017 California Employment Law Notes, a comprehensive review of the latest and most significant developments in California employment law. The highlights include:
- Routine Hugging Over 12-Year Period May Have Caused Hostile Work Environment;
- Racial Harassment Claim Based On Comments Made During “Creative Process” Was Properly Dismissed;
- Employer May Have Discriminated Against Female Supervisor Based On Gender;
- Employee Who Took CFRA Leave May Proceed With Retaliation Lawsuit;
- LAPD Failed To Reasonably Accommodate Recruits Who Were Injured While Training;
- Millwrights Could Proceed With Hostile Work Environment Claim;
- Court Properly Dismissed PAGA And Class Action Claims;
- Auto Dealership Service Advisors Are Not Exempt From Federal Overtime Requirements;
- Employees Paid On Commission Are Entitled To Separate Compensation For Rest Periods;
- Employer Violated FCRA By Including Liability Waiver In Disclosure Statement; and
- Employer Not Vicariously Liable For Injuries Caused By Employee In Auto Accident.