Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw

Understanding Your Itemized Wage Statements

 In this episode, Jen addresses the legal requirements applicable to your employees’ itemized wage statements.                                                                        

PAGA Reform is Here!

In this episode, Jen discusses two bills Governor Newsom signed this week to make PAGA claims easier to defend and not so much of a nightmare for employers!

Wage-Hour Compliance 101

In this episode, Jen discusses why employers need to care more about complying with applicable wage-hour laws.

Happy Anniversary!

In this episode, Jen is joined by Greg Valenza, her former law partner and fellow pink thinker for a discussion of all things employment law.   Do not miss this one! 

The “Right to Disconnect”

In this episode, Jen analyzes AB 2751, which would require employers to allow employees to “disconnect” during non-work hours.

Good News About Wage Statement Penalties!

In this episode, Jen discusses the California Supreme Court’s new decision in Naranjo v. Spectrum Security Services, Inc. regarding Labor Code section 226 penalties.

Understanding the New Reproductive Loss Leave Law

In this episode, Jen explains “reproductive loss” leave and our obligations as employers.

The Dangers of Criminal History Inquiries

In this episode, Jen reminds us how to avoid liability when asking applicants about their criminal background.

The “New” Approach to Performance Management

In this episode, Jen and Shaw Law Group advice attorney Melissa Whitehead explain the best practices for managing employee performance. 

Why You Must Stop Rounding!

In this episode, Jen discusses the dangers of “time rounding.”