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Barker Olmsted & Barnier, APLC
3550 Camino Del Rio North, Suite 303
San Diego, CA 92108
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For employment law consultation contact Chris Olmsted at (619) 682-4820. No charge initial call.
More on employment law.
January 2012 Legal Update
Worker Deemed Independent Contractor,Labor Code Claims Denied
Proper classification of a worker as an independent contractor involves careful consideration of a variety of factors. The potential liability of an erroneous decision can be significant, particularly given recent amendments to California law dramatically increasing penalties.
IRS Mileage Rate Remains Unchanged
The Internal Revenue Service issued the 2012 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business purposes.
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2012, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be 55.5 cents per mile for business miles driven.
Avoiding Liability For “Reporting Time Pay” and “Split Shifts”Verizon Defeats Employee Class Action
California employers are often befuddled by hypertechnical wage and hour rules. The Labor Code and related regulations offer little guidance while at the same time imposing much liability. “Reporting time pay” and “split shift pay” are two commonly misunderstood rules.
California Supreme Court Addresses Administrative Exemption Favors Employers, But Leaves Unanswered Questions
When an employer classifies a group of employees as exempt under state and federal wage and hour law, that decision is subject to challenge by the employees or a government agency. The wrong decision can result in expensive litigation and huge liability to the employer. The administrative exemption is perhaps the hardest to understand and apply.
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Employment Law
Guidelines
For Employers
Employee Handbook Compliance
Has your handbook been reviewed by an employment law attorney for legal compliance? Contact attorney Christopher Olmsted for details on how we can assist. Competitive rates. cwo@barkerolmsted.com
Click below for more information on employee handbook reviews: Employee Handbook Guidance
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SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION TRAINING
Barker Olmsted & Barnier employment law attorneys offer interactive workshops, presented to both management and staff, tailored to each company's Sexual Harassment policy. Complies with California SB 1825. Competitive cost! |
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Upcoming
Webinar
Mastering the
Administrative
Exemption
Date: Thursday, February 23, 2012
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am PST
Location: Online and teleconference
Tuition: FREE!
HRCI Credit Available
Instructor: Christopher Olmsted, Esq., a labor/employment attorney and partner with Barker Olmsted & Barnier, APLC.
Recent class action lawsuits have targeted employers’ misuse of the white collar administrative exemption. Salaried employees in this exemption might be incorrectly classified and owed overtime. The applicable statutes, regulations and case decisions are frustratingly complex.
Join us for a 60 minute webinar designed to clarify the rules and help you avoid a misclassification lawsuit. Topics include:
>What are the essential criteria for the California administrative exemption?
>How is the administrative exemption different from other exempt classifications?
>Did the rules change after the Cal Supreme Court’s December 2011 ruling in Harris v. Superior Court?
>What are the best strategies for avoiding legal claims for misclassification?
The presentation will focus on practical tips for compliance with the law. There will be ample time for questions and answers.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.
System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer
Space is limited.
Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/459911914
Questions? Email Chris Olmsted: cwo@barkerolmsted.com
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