Employment Law
California Expands Bereavement Leave to Extended and Chosen Family (SB 1149)
Starting in 2027, California bereavement leave covers extended and chosen family. Who qualifies, how much leave you get and what employers can ask.
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Tesla to End Production of Model S and Model X — What This Means for Employees
The Big Shift: Tesla Stops Making Model S and Model X Tesla recently confirmed that it will discontinue production of the Model S sedan…
Employment News
SpaceX–xAI–Tesla Merger Rumors — What It Could Mean for Employees (and Stock Options)
The Rumor: A “Musk-Company” Mega-Combination May Be on the Table Multiple major outlets reported in late January 2026 that SpaceX is exploring merger paths…
Employment News
Tesla Leases 108,000-Sq-Ft R&D Facility Near Fremont Factory: What It Means for California Workers
By Employees First Labor Law | January 27, 2026 Tesla has secured a 108,000-square-foot research and development facility at 45401 Research Avenue in Fremont,…
Disability Discrimination
Employees First Labor Law Secures $2 Million Jury Verdict in Employment Case
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE San Bernardino, California — November 14, 2025 — Employees First Labor Law (EFLL), a leading California plaintiffs’ employment law firm, has…
Compensation Law
Stay-or-Pay Contract Clauses in California: What Workers Should Know
If your employer made you sign a contract stating that you must pay them back if you quit, resign, or are terminated, you may…
Compensation Law
Workplace “Know Your Rights” Notice: A Step-by-Step Guide
Beginning in 2026, California employers face expanded notice and disclosure obligations intended to ensure employees clearly understand their workplace rights. These changes—commonly referred to…
Employment Law
Ending Forced Arbitration in California Employment: Where the Law Stands in 2026
For years, California workers have been required to sign arbitration agreements as a condition of employment — waiving their right to take workplace disputes…
Compensation Law
California Minimum Wage 2026 and 2027: $16.90 Now, $17.40 Next
California’s minimum wage is $16.90 an hour in 2026 and $17.40 starting January 1, 2027. See local rates for major cities, fast food and…
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