Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw

Shaw Law Group, PC

Join us every Wednesday as we discuss recent developments in Employment Law.

  1. 3 days ago

    Beyond the Written Plan: Workplace Violence Prevention That Actually Works

    In this episode, Jen discusses why California's workplace violence prevention law requires far more than a written plan. She examines the mistakes employers continue to make, the warning signs leaders should never ignore, and practical steps to build a safer workplace while satisfying California's ongoing compliance requirements. Whether you've already implemented a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan or are taking another look at your program, this episode will help you move beyond simply checking the box.

    19 min

  2. 24 Jun

    Defamation Risks in the Workplace: References, Complaints, Investigations, and California’s New Protection

    Workplace defamation claims can arise from termination explanations, reference checks, investigation interviews, complaints, and manager comments. In this episode, Jen explains where the risks come up, how California’s new Civil Code section 47.1 affects the analysis, and how employers can communicate carefully without creating unnecessary liability.

    17 min

  3. 17 Jun

    Politics at Work: What California Employers Can and Can’t Control

    Political discussions at work can quickly create risk for California employers. In this episode, Jen discusses voting leave, political activity protections, off-duty conduct, workplace speech, dress codes, retaliation risks, and practical strategies for keeping the workplace professional and compliant.

    16 min

  4. 10 Jun

    When a Resignation Becomes a Lawsuit: Constructive Discharge in California

    Not every resignation ends the story. In this episode, Jen explains how ignored complaints, retaliation concerns, intolerable working conditions, and poor documentation can turn a resignation into a constructive discharge claim — and what California employers can do to reduce risk before an employee walks out and sues.

    16 min

  5. 3 Jun

    Associational Discrimination: When an Employee’s Relationship Creates Employer Risk

    Associational discrimination claims arise from an employee’s relationship with someone else — such as a family member, spouse, friend, or caregiver connection. In this episode, Jen and Joe Beachboard discuss where California employers commonly get into trouble and how to reduce risk when workplace decisions involve an employee’s association with another person.

    30 min

  6. 27 May

    Employment References: Handle with Care

    In this episode, Jen tackles one of the most debated employer practices: providing references. She outlines the legal guardrails, the moments where well-intentioned disclosures create exposure, and the strategic choices employers make between saying nothing and saying too much. The focus is on building a consistent, disciplined approach that protects the organization while still meeting business needs.

    18 min

  7. 20 May

    When the Harasser Isn’t an Employee: Investigation Strategies for California Employers

    When harassment allegations involve customers, vendors, contractors, patients, or other nonemployees, employers often face difficult questions: Do we have to investigate? What corrective action is enough? And how does California law differ from federal standards? In this episode, Jen and Joe Beachboard discuss third-party harassment claims, investigation challenges, employer obligations, and practical steps California employers should take to reduce risk when the alleged harasser does not work for the organization.

    37 min

  8. 13 May

    Cell Phone Reimbursement: The Compliance Trap You Can Fix

    In this episode, Jen explains what California law requires when employees use personal cell phones for work and why employers still get it wrong, especially with remote and hybrid teams. She covers where compliance fails, how liability adds up, and the practical, defensible approaches that actually work, including stipends, reimbursements, and policy language that holds up.

    17 min
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Join us every Wednesday as we discuss recent developments in Employment Law.

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  • Creator
    Shaw Law Group, PC
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    238
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw

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