News and Insights

1.25.24

"Wage Increases And Workers' Rights: A Deep Dive Into California's New Laws"

Laura Worsinger, Char Carne, and Jasmina Aragon authored the HR.com article, "Wage Increases And Workers' Rights: A Deep Dive Into California's New Laws."

4.08.25

Good News for California Employers: California Court Upholds Arbitration in PAGA Disputes

Takeaways Some employers with California operations may have missed a very significant California Court of Appeal decision issued on December 31, 2024. In Leeper v. Shipt., Inc. (B339670, December 31,…

8.22.24

2024 Automotive Trends: Trending Up or Trending Down? Spotlight: Labor and Employment

Six months after releasing our 2024 Automotive Trends Report, we look at which of our legal trends continue driving the industry forward… and which ones might be in the rearview mirror. What are the…

2.05.24

Immediate Action Required by California Employers to Avoid AB 1076 Fines

Effective January 1, 2024, AB 1076 amended California law to codify existing California case law holding most noncompete agreements void and making it unlawful to include a noncompete clause in an…

4.10.24

Dykema’s 2024 Automotive Trends Webinar Series: Labor & Employment

Join us for this insightful webinar addressing critical labor and employment issues shaping the automotive sector. 

12.01.23

New 2024 California Employment Laws & How Businesses Can Protect Themselves

In recent years, the California legislature focused on employment regulations dealing with the pandemic and the impact of illness in the workplace. For 2024, the emphasis shifted to strengthening…

8.16.23

Title VII & DEI Program Implications of the Supreme Court’s Recent Affirmative Action Decision

As observed in Dykema’s original alert on the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Students for Fair Admission, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College, Nos. 20-1199 & 21-707, corporate…

12.20.22

New 2023 Employment Laws & How Businesses Can Protect Themselves

Even with the COVID-19 pandemic receding, laws continued to be enacted or extended focused on employee leave and health and safety in the workplace in 2022. Expansion of the California Family Rights…

10.09.23

"Using AI without a rulebook? Here's where HR should be careful, say lawyers"

Char Carne was quoted in Human Resources Director.

4.14.22

Charlotte Carne Addresses New SCOTUS Appointee's Past L&E Rulings with HRDive

Charlotte Carne was quoted in the HRDive article, “Jackson brings 'middle-of-the-road' employment law approach to SCOTUS.” In the article, Carne discussed newly-appointed Supreme Court Justice Ketanji…

3.09.26

Dykema Case Recognized as one of California’s Top Verdicts of 2025

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that a case the firm handled as defense counsel, Northwest Pallet Services LLC Wage and Hour Cases, was recognized as one of the “Top Verdicts…

1.09.26

Charlotte Garry Carne Named Among "Michigan’s Go To Lawyers" for Employment Law by Michigan Lawyers Weekly

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is pleased to announce that Member Charlotte Garry Carne has been selected by Michigan Lawyers Weekly as one of “Michigan’s Go To Lawyers for Employment Law” for…

6.27.25

Dykema Secures Trial Victory in California Employment Class Action for Northwest Pallet Services, LLC

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that its Labor and Employment Litigation team secured a significant trial victory on behalf of client Northwest Pallet Services, LLC, in a high…

2.14.24

2024 Automotive Trends

Dykema’s 2nd Annual Automotive Trends Report has taken the pulse of industry leaders—from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers to seasoned executives and key decision-makers—to…

7.28.22

The Wild West of California’s Employment Laws

Charlotte Carne will serve as a featured speaker in OESA’s Human Resources Council Hybrid Meeting for the session, “The Wild West of California’s Employment Laws,” on July 28, 2022. The meeting will…

2.24.26

Char’s Corner: Key California Labor Law Insights for Employers—Session 1: 2026 California Law Updates

This series is designed to equip employers with practical insights to mitigate legal risk, promote compliance, and support effective workforce management.

9.30.25

Char's Corner: Wage and Hour Class Action Updates

California’s wage and hour rules create real risks for employers, especially under the state’s “rebuttable presumption” standard for meal and rest breaks. In this session, Char will discuss the…

3.06.25

Michigan’s Last-Minute Sick Leave Overhaul: Key Changes Employers Need to Know

Join Jim Hermon and Charlotte Carne for an informative one-hour webinar where they will offer practical solutions for employers navigating compliance with the newly-revived regulations.