Reductions in force (RIFs) are rarely straightforwardâespecially for multinational employers. Navigating conflicting labor laws, benefits obligations, cultural expectations, and logistical hurdles requires strategic planning and coordination to stay compliant and minimize disruption. Watch our latest video chat, where our Employment and Compensation attorneys unpack the legal and practical challenges of RIFs inside and outside of the US. They explore requirements under the US federal WARN Act and state mini-WARNs, and dive into mandates abroadâespecially in Europe…
As many readers likely know, last fall California doubled-down on the state’s hostility to noncompete agreements. Assembly Bill 1076 codified the landmark 2008 Edward v. Arthur Andersen decision that invalidated all employment noncompetes, including narrowly tailored ones, unless they satisfy a statutory exception.AB 1076 also added new Business & Professions Code §16600.1, requiring California employers to notify current (and certain former) employees that any noncompete agreement or clause to which they may be subject is void (unless it falls within one of…