Consistent Policies for the Discipline of Employees

San Diego employers should have consistent policies for the discipline of employees and pay close attention to managerial communications throughout the disciplinary process.  A checklist is often the best place to start and another form of documentation for the file. Do you Have an Employee Entering the Discipline Process? We...

San Diego 2024 Minimum Wage Rates

There are new Minimum Wage rates for San Diego in 2024 and minimum wage rates across the State of California.  There is a minimum wage rate for those businesses who are physically located (and the work is being performed) within the city limits of San Diego. The 2024 minimum wage...

Unpaid Overtime Employer Defense in San Diego

Are you searching for unpaid overtime employer defense in San Diego or Southern California?  How can an employer remain current and compliant with overtime laws in San Diego?  Recent modifications have brought a rapid change in employer related laws and regulations in federal, state and local statutes. Our Recent Podcast...

How Does an Employer Get Sued in San Diego

How does an employer get sued in San Diego or anywhere in California?  California is, by far, the hardest and most complex state in the US in which to be an employer.  It may seem like all of the cards in the deck favor the worker but the “lawyer for...

San Diego Employers Can Avoid Pregnancy Discrimination

San Diego employers can avoid pregnancy discrimination disputes and lawsuits through a bit of knowledge and clear policies.  What does an employer in Southern California need to know about the Pregnancy Discrimination Act or PDA.  What does the law say about a worker who becomes pregnant or may become pregnant?...

San Diego Employer Defense Against an Employee Lawsuit

Are you search for San Diego employer defense against an employee lawsuit or PAGA action?  The Watkins Firm has represented and defended San Diego and Southern California employers for more than 40 years.  If you need an employer defense attorney your first call should be to the Watkins Firm for...

Employer Defense Lawyer in San Diego

Are you searching for an experienced, proven employer defense lawyer in San Diego and Southern California?  The Watkins Firm has more than 40 years of experience advising and providing employer defense for area employers of all sizes.  California is the most challenging state in which to be an employer and...

San Diego Wage and Hour Dispute Attorney for Employers

If you are looking for an experienced San Diego wage and hour dispute attorney for employers we invite you to consider the Watkins Firm.  We have more than 40 years of experience and a proven track record of success in the resolution of San Diego wage and hour disputes in...