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What I've Been Reading This Week


Shorter week in the office with the Christmas break.  With that being said, I found more time than the past few weeks to read through some great articles.  In particular, the analysis of how the Democratic party has become so closely intertwined with the Fight for $15 movement was a fascinating read.

As always, below are a few articles that caught my eye this week.


Four Non-Compete and Confidentiality Agreement Issues On the Horizon for 2016

Over at Jackson Lewis, an article was recently put out in regard to four non-compete and confidentiality agreement issues that are likely to become major issues in 2016.  Readers should note that the article goes beyond just identifying these four big issues.  Instead, the article also points to recent cases from around the country and shows the split that exists among many states/circuits.  Well worth a read.


The Fight for a $15 Minimum Wage & Its Ties to the Democratic Party

Bryce Covert has a well written article that ties the Fight for $15 movement to the Democratic party and how the party has essentially become engulfed in this cause over the past few years.  Interesting to follow the article as it traces the initial push for a higher minimum wage and how over the past few years, more and more Democrats have started to make this one of their primary causes to advocate.  Of note, pay attention to the timeline to show where Democrats "started" a few years ago, and where they stand on the issue now.  


5 Things to Remember About the California Salary Basis Test

The California Employment Law Report always has some good articles every week.  This one is no exception.  Anthony Zaller points readers to several key takeaways when dealing with the salary basis test in California.  Of note, Zaller identifies key portions of the labor code and relevant caselaw to give employers a guide on areas to pay close attention to in an effort to avoid slip ups with the salary basis test.  Even for those who do not practice/work in California, this is an interesting read!

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