Hirschfeld Kraemer

The New Legal Landscape
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) programs, which used to be treated mainly as good business, are now a compliance risk. That risk is not new as a matter of law. Title VII has always made it unlawful for an employer to refuse to hire, to discharge, or otherwise to discriminate against any individual because of an individua...

California employers have received both additional time—and some additional flexibility—under the State’s new restrictions on employment-related repayment obligations.

Governor Newsom recently signed AB 1697, which revises California Business & Professions Code section 16608, commonly referred to as California’s “stay-or-pay” law. Among other chang...

California employers using artificial intelligence and automated technology in the workplace have new compliance obligations to prepare for.

On September 30, 2026, Governor Gavin Newsom signed four measures addressing AI and technology in the workplace: SB 947, SB 951, AB 1331, and AB 1883. Together, the laws address automated employment decisions, AI-...