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There have long been allegations of employee misclassification in the trucking industry, especially among companies that abuse the lease-purchase contractor model. But aside from those examples, there is ample case law around the country suggesting any subcontractor performing work that is ostensibly the same as the contracting entity must be declared an employee. That calls into question this industry's relationships with its owner-operators. In this episode, Jim Park talks about the potential impact of AB-5 and other efforts to end employee misclassification with HDT editor-in-chief, Deborah Lockridge. They are joined by Julie Gutman Dickinson, California local counsel to the Teamsters Union Port Division, Fred Potter, President of Teamsters Union Local No. 469 in Hazlet, New Jersey, and an International Vice-President At-Large for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, and Joe Rajkovacz, director of government affairs and communications for the Western States Trucking Association. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters Teamsters Union Port Division Western States Trucking Association Follow HDT on social media: Twitter Facebook LinkedIn
On this episode we're joined by Margarita Wear from the Maier Law Group in San Rafael, California. https://maierlawgroup.com/margarita-wear Margarita talks with us about California's assembly bill 5 (AB-5) law and what it means for HR and compensation pros. Relevant links: Vox Cuts Hundreds of Freelancers: https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2019-12-17/vox-media-cuts-hundreds-freelancers-ab5 Instacart Likely to Flunk AB5: https://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/Court-says-Instacart-flunks-AB5-shoppers-should-15083096.php Borello Law: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/faq_independentcontractor.htm Cali Court Exempts Truckers From Gig Law: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-employment-california-truckers/california-court-says-truckers-exempt-from-gig-worker-law-idUSKBN1Z82TP Uber, Postmates Sue California Over AB-5: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/12/30/uber-postmates-sue-california-over-ab5.html NY to Become Next Battleground for Gig Law: https://news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-report/new-york-said-to-become-next-battleground-for-gig-worker-law
This is the final Policing Matters podcast segment of 2019. With what is sure to be a tumultuous 2020 about to commence, Jim and Doug reflect on some of the topics that rose above the rest in the past 12 months, including police officer suicide, the impact of California's AB-392 on the use of force and officer safety, active shooter response during some of this year's tragedies, the use of facial recognition software and artificial intelligence, ongoing anti-police sentiment — and the opposing force of police supporters — as well as the use of CBD oils, and the impact of legal marijuana on recruiting.
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In this episode of the podcast, host Emily Van Buskirk discuss's some current Pac-12 news stories, including the announcement of Florida's future home-and-homes with Arizona State and Cal. Emily also talks about California's AB 7 legislature and the impact it would have on future Pac-12 football start times. She is joined on this episode of the podcast by Beaver Blitz recruiting writer Amy Schwartz who talks about the Oregon State Beavers season, the biggest difference between the Gary Anderson er and the Jonathan Smith era and whether she thinks the Beavers can win out and preserve some of their on-going streaks. As always, make sure to follow the show on Twitter at @LO_Pac12 and follow Emily on Twitter and Instagram at @Emilnem. You can follow Amy on Twitter at @TheAmySchwartz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Assembly Bill 5 (AB 5) is an expansion of California law making it more difficult to qualify as independent contractors. The law requires a 3-criteria test to determine whether a freelancer is considered independent or an employee. Certain types of freelancer–client relationships will drastically change when the law takes effect in January 2020.What does this mean for my fellow solopreneurs: freelance designers, freelance illustrators, freelance photographers, and freelance writers? Disclaimer: I am not an attorney. This information is offered in good faith for general education purposes only and is not exhaustive. It is not intended as legal advice or opinion. I do not make any warranty about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of this information. Any action you take based upon this information is strictly at your own risk. I am not liable for losses and damages in connection with the use of this information. You should seek legal and other professional advice when establishing or conducting a freelance business.
Recently, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 392. Media reaction would indicate that the bill would drastically reduce police use of force, but the reality is that the new language does little to restrict officers from using force when they reasonably believe that there exists an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury to the officer or to another person, or to apprehend a fleeing person for any felony that threatened or resulted in death or serious bodily injury. Still, the law does contain some language that might cause officers to hesitate to use force, potentially putting them in danger. Some opponents to the law are calling it a watershed event that could negatively affect policing in the United States. In this podcast segment, Jim and Doug discuss the law and its potential result on police use of force.
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On today's Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi talks about the Supreme Court's decision to hear the case regarding California's AB 775, the law that forces pro-life pregnancy resource centers to advertise for abortion. He also discusses the settlement in the Fresno State case, where pro-life students had their display vandalized by a professor. You're guaranteed to learn something about the First Amendment! Tune in!
Lisa Cohn of realenergywriters.com interviews Larry Goldenhersh, president and CEO of Enviance, a 10-year-old company that provides software for environmental compliance and green gas tracking. He addresses the ramifications of California's AB 32--especially its provisions calling for cap-and-trade by 2012--and efforts to repeal the law. To listen to the entire interview, visit the Free Downloads section, go to http://www.realwriters.net/rew/rtlnkfd.htm