Employment Legal News Articles & Interviews

Metairie, LA In 2023, the United States witnessed a concerning rise in railroad-related incidents, with 995 fatalities—a 10% increase from the previous year and the highest since 2007. Nonfatal injuries also climbed to 6,705, marking a 3% uptick. Notably, fatalities at highway-rail crossings decreased by 9%, while other types of incidents saw a 17% increase, with 95% of these deaths attributed to trespassers.

Santa Clara, CA A basketball instructor has filed a Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) lawsuit accusing the California Basketball Officials Association of misclassifying its instructors as independent contractors rather than employees. The lawsuit claims that the instructors have been cheated out of wages and other California labor law violations.

Santa Clara, CA Proving eligibility for long-term disability benefits can be a complex process requiring extensive documentation and persistence. Insurance companies often scrutinize claims, making it essential to present clear, compelling evidence that demonstrates your inability to work due to a medical condition. This includes medical records, physician statements, and proof of how your condition impacts your daily life and job performance.

Los Angeles, CA A UPS employee has sued the global shipping company for failing to provide suitable bathroom facilities to employees--primarily its drivers. The Private Attorneys General Act suit claims that UPS has violated other California Labor laws, including failure to provide a place of employment that is safe and healthful.

Santa Clara, CA Workers’ compensation laws provide benefits to employees injured on the job, covering medical expenses, lost wages, and rehabilitation. These laws ensure support regardless of fault, but claims must meet specific guidelines. Understanding your rights and filing requirements is crucial. Consult an attorney to navigate complexities and secure rightful compensation.

Santa Clara, CA Researchers have published new studies linking PFAS to kidney damage and poor sleep. These “forever chemicals” are already known to increase a host of health problems, but now researchers are connecting the dots between problems and potential solutions. And another study has found that over 20 percent of people in the U.S. rely on water sources containing detectable amounts of PFAS.

Santa Clara, CA Volunteer coaches for Divison 1 baseball have requested a California federal judge to certify their proposed antitrust class action against the National Collegiate Athletic Association. They argue that the  NCAA's "uniform wage fix" bylaw (now repealed) paid volunteer coaches nothing, which prevented them from getting compensated market value for their services. 

Santa Cruz, CA The Santa Cruz Seaside Co., which runs the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, has settled a California labor lawsuit filed by current and former employees for close to $6 million. The class action lawsuit filed in July 2023, accuses the company of eight labor law violations.

Santa Clara, CA Elon Musk is facing yet another legal battle. A former Twitter chief marketing officer has filed a California labor lawsuit against Elon Musk, claiming she is owed more than $20 million in unpaid severance. Leslie Berland was CMO for the social media platform for seven years before she was fired, just five days after Musk acquired Twitter, now known as X, in November 2022.

Fort Lauderdale, FL On October 9, Nova Southeastern University agreed to settle a long-running lawsuit in which participants in the Nova University Defined Contribution Plan claimed that the school had mismanaged their retirement savings by paying excessive recordkeeping fees and retaining underperforming investment funds. The plaintiffs’ motion for preliminary approval was unopposed.