The Honest Belief Rule

In a win for employers throughout California and across the country, a recent court decision shows that an “honest belief” continues to be an effective defense for employers responding to employment discrimination claims. In an employment law context, the “honest belief” rule focuses on what a decision-maker honestly believed the facts to be and whether…

9th Circuit Scores One For Employers!

With the prevalence of class action lawsuits in an employee-friendly state like California, employers must be aware of proper time card rounding policies and what work is being conducted off the clock by their employees. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal recently issued a pro-employer decision approving the use of time card rounding and solidifying…