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California Employers’ Duty to Reimburse Employees Working From Home for Data Plans, Smartphone Costs and Internet Access
The coronavirus pandemic and the resulting stay-at-home order issued by Governor Newsom on March 19 means millions of Californians have been telecommuting during the lockdown, and may continue to do so for the foreseeable future. For many California workers, this means improvised home offices, frequent Zoom meetings, and an increased

Getting to Trial in the Age of COVID: The Strange but True Story of a Trial by Zoom
Last week I was in federal court cross-examining a witness about strawberry shortbread. Only, I wasn’t in the courthouse, and neither was the judge. The witness was my law partner, Michelle, and I wasn’t wearing pants. We were doing a practice run for a trial where everyone is participating via Zoom

How to Access Paid Time Off When Caring for Loved Ones with COVID-19 (Video)
This video provides information about receiving paid time off if you have to care for a loved one experiencing symptoms of covid-19.

Rights of California Employees in the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic is a scary and uncertain time for all, but particularly for employees who are grappling with illness, layoffs/reduced hours, school closures, or unsafe working conditions. Answers to commonly asked questions regarding the COVID-19 health crisis are below. If you believe your employer may be violating (or has