Category: ILG Legal Blog

August 19, 2024

Understanding the Impact of U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo on Employment Law

In a landmark June 28, 2024 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its opinion in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, overruling the long-standing Chevron deference, a doctrine that has significantly influenced the landscape of administrative law and, by extension, employment law. This decision marks a pivotal shift in how courts may now approach statutory interpretation, […]

July 10, 2024

Minimum Waiting Period for Severance Agreements in California

At ILG Legal Office, P.C., we understand how challenging it can be to navigate the complexities of employment law, especially when ending a job. One area where employees must be vigilant is in understanding the severance agreement process. Under California Government Code 12964.5(b)(4), specific protections are put in place regarding the waiting period for severance […]

June 20, 2024

Recent News Coverage Amplifies Spotlight on Legal Battle Against Google

“Transparency, fairness, and accountability” might sound like universal principles, but these are not merely aspirational values—they are rights that every employee deserves. This ethos is at the core of our ongoing representation of Mr. Leilei Shan in his lawsuit against Google LLC, a case with grave allegations that highlight concerns over the company’s internal practices. […]

May 23, 2024

“Don’t be evil”? Lawsuit Against Google Alleges Fraud and Discrimination by High-Ranking Executives

Once upon a time, “Don’t be evil” was Google’s corporate motto. It may be due for a revisit, as an employee was fired in retaliation for bravely speaking out against deceitful and unlawful practices. ILG Legal Office is representing former Google employee Leilei Shan in his lawsuit against Google LLC. Mr. Shan’s complaint alleges serious […]

May 7, 2024

U.S. SUPREME COURT CLARIFIES WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTIONS IN MURRAY V. UBS SECURITIES, LLC

The recent Supreme Court decision in Murray v. UBS Securities, LLC clarified whistleblower laws in the United States under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. The Court’s February 8, 2024 ruling addresses critical aspects of what whistleblowers must prove to establish retaliation claims. In this article, we will dissect this decision to highlight its implications for both employers and employees […]

March 8, 2024

A Victory for Attorney-Client Privilege

In a legal landscape where the preservation of attorney-client privilege is paramount, ILG Legal’s recent court victory underscores our commitment to defending this foundational principle of law. Our recent success on behalf of Kenneth Freedman against invasive discovery requests highlights the importance of protecting confidential legal communications. The dispute originated from Plaintiff’s attempt to compel […]

February 1, 2024

ILG Legal Helps Secure $1.89 Million Class Action Settlement in Bank of America Case

On January 11, 2024, in federal court, ILG Legal Office, PC helped secure approval of a $1.89 million settlement fund on behalf of approximately 16,577 current and former employees. Stephen Noel Ilg appeared along with lead counsel Justin Marquez of Wilshire Firm, to argue in support of the settlement that will end litigation that spanned […]

December 27, 2023

United States Employment Trends In 2023 And The Implications For Employment Law

2023 Employment Trends: What You Need to Know The employment landscape in the United States has gone through notable changes in 2023, vital for both employers and employees to understand. In August, the employment numbers hit a record high with over 161 million individuals employed. However, the overall employment rate experienced a slight dip to 60.20% in October from […]

November 17, 2023

CALIFORNIA'S EMPLOYMENT LAW LANDSCAPE IN 2024: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

2024 is set to be a pivotal year for employment law changes in California. Whether you’re an employer or an employee, staying informed about the latest legal shifts is crucial. ILG Legal is here to guide you through the maze of new and updated laws affecting minimum wage, sick leave, reproductive rights, noncompetes, and more. […]

October 30, 2023

New California Bill Expands Mandatory Paid Sick Leave: What Employers and Employees Need to Know

In a landmark move, California has recently signed a new bill that will significantly impact both employers and employees in the state. Effective January 1, 2024, the mandatory paid sick leave in California will be expanded from three days or twenty-four hours to five days or forty hours. This article will provide an overview of […]

October 6, 2023

ILG Legal Office Takes on Tesla: Fighting Workplace Discrimination and Wrongful Termination

ILG Legal Office has recently filed a wrongful termination lawsuit on behalf of Cindy K. Hernandez against automaker Tesla in the Santa Clara County Superior Court. Ms. Hernandez, a former advisor at Tesla, has come forward with allegations of racial and age-related discrimination during her employment at the company. Legal news site law.com reported on the case here. In her role […]

September 9, 2023

Court Sides with ILG Legal in Ruling Against Samsung's Attempt to Sidestep Public Litigation, Ruling Highlighted in the Daily Journal

Arbitration agreements have found their way into the vast majority of employment contracts at high-profile companies, making arbitration a political hot topic. Although state and federal law are still pro-arbitration, ILG Legal Office’s current case involving Samsung Research America Inc. and Andrew Mo in Santa Clara County has shined a spotlight on how employees can […]

February 8, 2022

Ilg Published in LA and SF Daily Journal for Lawson Opinion

In a unanimous opinion, the California Supreme Court ruled that State and federal judges have been applying the wrong legal test to whistleblower employee claims. Stephen Noel Ilg, owner of ILG Legal Office, PC and a Professor of Law, authored an article on the topic which was published in the Los Angeles and San Francisco […]

November 19, 2021

Help the Afghan Coalition By Volunteering or Donating

“Taliban” sounds different when spoken by someone who has lived in Afghanistan. I was born and raised in the U.S. and have heard the name “Taliban” countless times. But when I began volunteering with the PERS Equality Center and the Afghan Coalition, the same three syllables in “Taliban” took on new significance. Reading about the […]

May 19, 2021

ILG Legal Office, PC Raises $3,000.00 for Local Nonprofit CASA of San Mateo

We raised about $3,000.00 for an amazing local nonprofit, CASA of San Mateo which protects local foster children! Thanks to Andrea Kirk for collaborating with me. I was so happy to play a tiny role in such an amazing organization. If you want to donate, go to CASA’s website or, even better, apply to be a […]

February 28, 2021

New case filed this week - Sally Beauty Supply

Anissa Brown, a former Sally Beauty Supply sales associate, filed a lawsuit in federal court Wednesday against the company after a store manager admitted to racially profiling African Americans. The manager would signal workers whenever an African American customer entered the store. According to the lawsuit, Anissa Brown reported the racial profiling to HR and […]

January 19, 2021

Employee-Friendly ABC Test Applies Retroactively, According to California Supreme Court

State and federal courts utilize several tests to analyze whether a worker qualifies as an employee. One of the more employee-friendly tests is labeled the “ABC” Test. The ABC Test rose to

January 8, 2021

Wrongfully Terminated Employee Preserves Multi-million Dollar Judgment Against U.S. Bank by Winning at Court of Appeal

Employee wins $17.2 million for lawsuit including wrongful termination and defamation claims. In King v. U.S. Bank Nat’l Ass’n, 52 Cal.App.5th 728 (2020), Timothy King alleged he was wrongfully terminated, was defamed, and suffered other employment violations. He worked for U.S. Bank and earned positive performance reviews from 2007 to 2011. King supervised four people […]

December 31, 2020

Law Firm Goes the Extra Mile to Feed Local Families

To fight increased food insecurity resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic, our law firm ILG Legal Office, PC recently organized a fundraiser and donated $1,500 to Give With Lily, a Bay Area non-profit that helps foster children, homeless youth, and local food banks. Here’s a link to an article that was published today. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/law-firm-goes-extra-mile-133300347.html “There are […]

October 28, 2019

Waiting Periods in Civil Lawsuits

Most clients are who are unfamiliar with civil lawsuits believe them to be expedient, but there are numerous common delays, or waiting periods, within the life cycle of a civil lawsuit. Many of these delays are unavoidable, regardless of the actions of the opponent. The first waiting period begins with the pleading, composed of the […]

October 14, 2019

Distinguishing between Employees and Independent Contractors: Garcia v. Border Transportation Group, LLC

The Plaintiff in the case of Garcia v. Border Transportation Group, LLC, California Court of Appeal Case No. D072521, was a taxi cab driver and rented his taxi from the Defendant, Border Transportation Group. Garcia drove his taxi cab in Calexico and obtained a permit…

May 24, 2018

Is Your Company’s Arbitration Agreement Enforceable?

In today’s workplace, arbitration agreements between employers and employees are increasingly common. However, in the recent past, California courts have taken a somewhat controversial stance on these agreements by carving out

May 4, 2018

Is Your Employer Correctly Calculating Your Overtime Rate?

In a decision in March, the California Supreme Court held that when calculating the overtime rate in pay periods where an employee earns a flat sum bonus, employers must divide the total compensation earned in a pay period by the non-overtime hours worked by an…

February 16, 2018

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