What's Happening?
Epstein Becker Green has announced the recruitment of Jenny Yu as a member of its employment, labor, and workforce management practice in Los Angeles. Yu specializes in wage and hour matters, class actions, and representative actions under California’s Private Attorneys General Act. Her expertise also includes handling claims related to discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination under the Fair Employment and Housing Act. Additionally, Yu provides counsel to employers on compliance with wage and hour laws, leave laws, and workplace policies. She joins Epstein Becker Green from Lewis Brisbois.
Why It's Important?
The addition of Jenny Yu to Epstein Becker Green's team is significant as it strengthens the firm's capabilities in handling complex labor and employment issues, particularly in California, a state known for its stringent labor laws. Yu's expertise in wage and hour compliance and class action litigation is crucial for businesses navigating the legal landscape in California. Her role in advising employers on workplace policies can help mitigate risks associated with non-compliance and potential litigation, thereby providing strategic advantages to the firm's clients.
