In This Issue:

- Is Immoos A Bigger Win For Employers Than Brinker? By Jimmie Johnson (Irvine) -

On April 12th, 2012, the California Supreme Court issued its long-awaited decision in Brinker Restaurant Corp. v. Superior Court. The decision finally determined that employers do not need to ensure that their employees take advantage of legally-mandated meal and rest periods. Employers need only provide employees the opportunity to do so. An employer is not liable for a missed meal or rest period if such a break is provided but the employee voluntarily chooses not to take one – or voluntarily chooses to work during the break or end the break early. We reported on the decision in a Legal Alert, which you can access at www.laborlawyers.com...

- A Closer Look At The Brinker Decision By John K. Skousen (Irvine) -

On April 12, 2012, the California Supreme Court decided Brinker Restaurant Corporation v. Superior Court (Hohnbaum), pending since 2008. We reported on the decision in a Legal Alert, and in an extended webinar, which you can access at www.laborlawyers.com. Because it’s such a significant decision, more remains to be said...