The state of California is appealing a judge’s 2021 ruling striking down a voter-approved ballot measure exempting certain app-based workers from legislation requiring them to be classified as employees. The case, Castellanos et al. v. California, has to do with Proposition 22, also known as the Protect App-Based Drivers and Services Act, a 2020 ballot measure which received heavy financial backing from Uber, Lyft and other app-based companies. The law passed with 59 percent of the … [Read more...]
Prevailing Wages and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law: What to Know
Americans can expect to see more orange cones as construction workers begin to tackle $1.2 trillion in infrastructure investments approved by Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden late last year. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, provides funding for rebuilding roads and bridges, replacing lead pipes and providing high-speed internet to more Americans, among other priorities. It is also expected to provide employment to … [Read more...]
New law: Workplace sexual harassment victims can’t be silenced
New landmark legislation ensures workplace victims of sexual harassment or sexual assault can have their days in court — regardless of whatever clauses may be folded into their employment contracts. During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we wanted to highlight this new federal protection for workers. Last month, President Joe Biden signed into law the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021, which passed with bipartisan support. In a nutshell, when … [Read more...]
U.S. Supreme Court to consider California employment law
A California employment law that gives workers more leverage when they’re mistreated by employers has caught the attention of the U.S. Supreme Court, and the docket reflects a flurry of arguments filed by many interested parties — often representing businesses. As advocates for California workers, we’re following the issue closely. The high court is expected to make a decision by the summer. At issue: The California Private Attorneys General Act, better known as PAGA, which provides a way … [Read more...]
No end in sight: The confusing, costly battle over gig workers continues
The California law meant to protect Uber and Lyft drivers, as well as other gig workers, remains embattled and uncertain on multiple fronts. We’re watching to see how the U.S. Solicitor General responds, but every development seems to spark more questions than answers. Here’s a rundown: The law, which took effect in 2020 but quickly faced challenges that put it in limbo, was intended to prevent companies from denying employment protections and benefits to their workers by misclassifying … [Read more...]
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