Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw

Shaw Law Group, PC

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

  1. 2日前

    Watch Your Language: The Legal Limits of English-Only Rules

    In this episode, Jen discusses one of the most misunderstood areas of California employment law: English-only workplace rules. She examines when employers may regulate language in the workplace, common situations involving multilingual employees, recent enforcement developments, and practical strategies for addressing communication concerns without creating unnecessary legal risk.

    15分

  2. 7月1日

    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分

  3. 6月24日

    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分

  4. 6月17日

    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分

  5. 6月10日

    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分

  6. 6月3日

    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分

  7. 5月27日

    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分

  8. 5月20日

    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分
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番組について

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

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  • クリエイター
    Shaw Law Group, PC
  • 配信期間
    22年 - 26年
  • エピソード
    239
  • 制限指定
    不適切な内容を含まない
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    Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw

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