Most people are well aware that estate plans can ensure that their families, and especially children, are cared for if something were to happen to them – but what about pets? Many people are starting to realize that it is also important to prepare a plan for the care of their pets after their death Read More…
Archives for May 2017
New Regulations Further Limit Employers’ Use Of Criminal History
The California Fair Employment and Housing Council has finalized and adopted new regulations set to go into effect July 1, 2017. These new regulations (found here), which largely follow guidance provided by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”), limit the extent employers can use criminal history when making employment decisions. The new regulations clarify two Read More…
Evolving Interpretation Of The Minimum Wage Amendment In Nevada
In 2006, Nevada voters passed Question 6, which for the second time successfully amended the Nevada Constitution to add Article 15, Section 16, known as the Minimum Wage Amendment (“MWA”). Under the MWA, employers can choose to pay an hourly minimum wage (currently) of $7.25 per hour if the employer provides health benefits at a Read More…