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Funding Wildfire Prevention
As the recent catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles County have demonstrated, the risk of wildfires continues to threaten lives and property. An effective wildfire prevention program requires regional cooperation between adjoining public entities and a dedicated source of funding. As communities continue to engage in this work, we offer three funding models that have been used.
Karen Carrera’s “New Year, New Laws”
California has several new employment laws that went into effect on January 1, 2025.
Karen Carrera’s “Gauging Credibility in Workplace Investigations: Best Practices”
Conducting workplace investigations can be a delicate and complex process. At its core is the challenge of determining the credibility of the individuals involved. Whether dealing with allegations of misconduct, harassment, or other workplace issues, ensuring a fair and impartial investigation is key to upholding justice and maintaining trust within the organization. Below, we outline best practices for assessing credibility effectively during workplace investigations.
Karen Carrera’s “Investigating ‘He Said/She Said’ Harassment Allegations in Spanish-Speaking Workforces with Familial Ties”
Addressing harassment allegations in workplaces where the entire staff is Spanish-speaking and includes numerous family members presents unique challenges. These complexities necessitate culturally sensitive approaches and the involvement of Spanish-speaking investigators to ensure thorough and fair investigations.
Prepare Now for California’s New Workplace Violence Prevention Program Roll Out
Starting July 1, 2024, the majority of California employers must [...]
Renne Public Law Group – A Different Kind of Law Firm
Let’s talk about recruitment—with a unique approach. Renne Public Law Group approaches bringing in new talent a bit differently from traditional law firms. We don’t hire for openings. We hire great people. When we find great people who want to help government, we hire them, period.
California Supreme Court Clarifies Scope of California Voting Rights Act
The 2001 California Voting Rights Act (“CVRA”) made it easier for minority groups to prove that local electoral systems undermine their voting power. Appellate courts have adopted different interpretations of what constitutes minority vote dilution. In Pico Neighborhood Ass’n v. City of Santa Monica (Aug. 24, 2023), the California Supreme Court found that vote dilution under the CVRA requires more than racially polarized voting.
Court of Appeal Upholds San Francisco’s Noncitizen Voting Program
On August 8, 2023, in Lacy v. City and County of San Francisco (Aug. 8, 2023, A165899) Cal.App.5th, the California Court of Appeal for the First District upheld San Francisco’s Charter provision permitting noncitizen parents or guardians of children to vote in San Francisco school board elections.