Costco Faces Penalties for Driver Misclassification
San Diego, California — California regulators have fined Costco Wholesale Corporation and its delivery partners nearly $870,000. The penalty follows findings of widespread driver misclassification among delivery workers in the region. The case highlights the growing efforts of states to hold large corporations accountable for subcontractors’ denial of basic employee rights, including minimum wage, overtime, […]
Los Angeles Council Moves to Study Construction Wage Increase
Los Angeles, California — City officials are examining a potential wage increase that could reshape the construction industry and housing development landscape across Los Angeles. The City Council has voted unanimously to move forward with a comprehensive study exploring how higher minimum wages for construction workers could affect the local economy, employment rates, and housing […]
SB 642 Brings Major Pay Transparency Reforms to California
Los Angeles, California – A new California law, SB 642, officially known as the Pay Equity Enforcement Act, is set to reshape the state’s labor landscape and bring hope to thousands of Latina workers struggling with wage disparities. Signed by Governor Gavin Newsom on October 8, 2025 — Latina Equal Pay Day — the bill […]
California Senate Bill 294: New Employee Rights Notice Rule
California – On October 12, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 294, a new law requiring California employers to provide an annual written notice outlining employees’ rights under state and federal law. Aimed at improving workplace transparency and employee awareness, the bill mandates that every worker—whether new hires or current staff—receive this notice directly […]
$10M Judgment Upholds Justice for Misclassified Workers
Los Angeles, California – The ongoing fight to protect misclassified workers in California reached a new milestone as the state secured a $10 million judgment against a home care company accused of unlawfully labeling employees as independent contractors. The ruling marks a major victory for in-home care workers who were denied proper wages, benefits, and […]
King County Restaurants to Post Labor Violations in 2026
King County, California — Restaurants across King County are preparing for stricter enforcement measures beginning in 2026. Local officials announced a new policy connecting workplace violations to consumer transparency. The move highlights a growing emphasis on holding businesses accountable for labor violations, similar to practices already adopted in Santa Clara and San Diego counties. New […]
Judge Finds Grimmway Farms Guilty of Disability Discrimination
Sacramento, California — A federal judge has ruled that Grimmway Farms, one of the largest agricultural employers in the state, engaged in systemic disability discrimination against its workers. The decision, stemming from a lawsuit filed by the California Civil Rights Department, paves the way for a trial to determine damages and further protections for farmworkers. […]
Fresno Farm Ordered to Pay Settlement in Labor Violations Case
Madera, California — A federal labor case has settled after seven farmworkers died in a tragic 2024 crash. The case against Lion Farms brought attention to labor violations that made workers vulnerable, highlighting the dangers many face when traveling to and from fields across California. Tragic Madera Crash and Federal Settlement On February 23, 2024, […]
L.A. Restaurant Cited $680K for Wage Theft Violations Case
Los Angeles, California – The California Labor Commissioner’s Office has cited a Koreatown restaurant more than $680,000 for widespread wage theft violations, underscoring the risks workers face when employers disregard labor laws. The case involved dozens of employees and highlights the state’s ongoing efforts to enforce fair pay practices and workplace protections. Citations Against Koreatown […]
California Finalizes AI Employment Regulations for 2025
California – Starting October 1, 2025, California will enforce new AI employment regulations to address how artificial intelligence and automated decision systems (ADS) are used in hiring, promotions, and other workplace decisions. The California Civil Rights Council introduced regulations to prevent technology-driven tools from causing discrimination against job applicants or employees. While AI and automation […]
