Weintraub Tobin is proud to support UCP of Sacramento and Northern California’s annual “Humanitarian of the Year” event on May 29, 2026.  The Firm’s commitment to UCP’s mission, advancing life without limits for people with disabilities, is exemplified by Trusts & Estates attorney Janet Chediak’s longstanding leadership within the organization.  Janet serves on the UCP Foundation Board of Directors and…

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Believe it or not, we are almost half-way into 2026 and the California Legislature has been busy proposing new legislation that will impact the workplace. The Legislative calendar will take us through August 31, 2026 which is the deadline for the Legislature to pass any bills that have been proposed…

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Worker classification remains one of the most important compliance issues facing employers. Misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor can lead to significant penalties, agency enforcement, and costly legal exposure. With AB 5 and its exemptions continuing to shape California’s classification rules, employers need to understand when contractor status is…

• When: Jun 10, 2026 09:30 am PDT – 11:30 am PDT
• Where: 400 Capitol Mall, 11th Floor Sacramento, CA 95814

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Meal and rest break compliance remains a key issue in California wage and hour litigation. In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin Shareholders Meagan Bainbridge and Shauna Correia discuss how employers can use attestations to identify issues, correct them, and reduce legal exposure. Listen for a breakdown at how California employers can…

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In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Jessica Marlow break down UMG Records v. Last Brand, the lawsuit targeting Quince’s alleged use of unlicensed music across social media marketing.  In this episode, they cover: Why platform music libraries do not automatically clear commercial use  How influencer briefs, reposts, and…

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