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Teresa McQueen
Western Growers, Corporate Counsel III

Teresa McQueen is Corporate Counsel III for Western Growers. In that capacity she provides advice and counsel to the organization on employment law matters and commercial trade practices. She also provides legal guidance to Western Growers members on employment law, human resources, and commercial agreements, as well as providing law-related educational opportunities and overseeing annual […]

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California Local Minimum Wage Increases Take Effect July 1, 2026

California employers with operations in certain cities and counties should prepare for local minimum wage increases effective July 1, 2026. Many California jurisdictions adjust their rates annually based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI), and most have now issued official notices confirming their 2026 rates.   It is important to note that these local rates often exceed…

Marijuana Rescheduling: What Employers Need to Know Now 

A recent shift in federal policy has changed how marijuana is classified, but not as dramatically as headlines suggest. In April 2026, the Department of Justice reclassified certain marijuana products, specifically FDA-approved drugs and state-licensed medical marijuana, as Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act.   This change introduces a new dual…