On August 1, 2018, the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation hosted a Minimum Wage Forum at the College of the Canyons. The Minimum Wage Forum was sponsored by Poole Shaffery . Brian E. Koegle, a partner at Poole Shaffery , delivered some key remarks as a member of the panel of presenters that were present at the Forum.

In particular, Mr. Koegle addressed certain important updates in California employment laws, namely with regards to overtime pay, exempt vs. non-exempt employees, paid sick leave and employee vs. independent contractor distinctions. Mr. Koegle addressed his comments to a large audience of business leaders and HR professionals across numerous industries here in the Santa Clarity Valley.

Poole Shaffery ’s sponsorship of, as well as Mr. Koegle’s participation in, the Minimum Wage Forum symbolizes the firm’s ongoing mission to serve as a vital resource to the City of Santa of Clarita as well as its residents and the local business community.

For more information about the Minimum Wage Forum, including its full summary report, please visit the following webpage.