Tag Archives: Business

The Legality of the “Tip Jar”

Back in June of 2009, I wrote about the Starbucks tipping case. Some rascally class action attorneys had won a huge payday, claiming that Starbucks was violating the sanctity of the community tip jar. You see, Labor Code section 351 … Continue reading

California Supreme Court Rejects Virtually All Non-Competition Agreements

Herein I violate the conventional wisdom that blog posts should be short, because I want a very detailed discussion of non-compete agreements available to both employees and employers.  But in case you have time only for a quick takeaway, I … Continue reading

Deviant Employees Protected from Termination

As you know, Megan’s Law set up a website that lists registered sex offenders.  Before extending an offer of employment, one might think that checking that website would be a quick way to make sure a sex offender is not … Continue reading

How the “Hands-Free” Cell Phone Law Impacts California Employers

California’s “hands free” cell phone law took effect on July 1, 2008.  The law prohibits all California drivers from using a hand-held cell phone or similar hand-held devices while driving a motor vehicle, unless configured to permit “hands free” talking and … Continue reading

Ignoring Contractual ADR Requirements Can Cost Dearly

Judges hate trials.  Every minute a judge spends on a trial is a minute he or she can’t spend on other matters.  In fact, many judges will punish the attorneys if they don’t resolve the matter prior to trial.  At … Continue reading