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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Best Practices: Tips For Stopping Harassing Conduct
California law requires employers regularly employing 50 or more persons (or regularly receiving the services of 50 or more persons providing services pursuant to a contract) to provide prevention of abusive conduct as a component of its anti-harassment training and education requirements targeted at all employees. Abusive conduct means “conduct of an employer or employee in the…
Colorado Clarifies Limitations Period for Wage Claims
In the recent case, By the Rockies, LLC v. Perez, the Colorado Supreme Court clarified that the state’s statute of limitations for claims under the Minimum Wage Act is two years, extended to three years for a willful violation. The decision settles a split among the state’s courts and provides clarity for employers because the Minimum Wage Act is silent on the issue of…
Best Practices: Transforming Mindsets and Practices for Lasting Success
Highly productive workplace leaders have mastered the art of generating high-impact results within limited timeframes. For those in leadership roles, the ability to shift thought patterns, align actions with meaningful goals, and foster accountability is essential for driving performance and cultivating strong teams. Our thought patterns deeply influence how we perceive ourselves, our…
Cal/OSHA Continues to Remind Employers of Heat Illness Obligations
As California continues to experience higher than normal temperatures, Cal/OSHA reminds employers to protect outdoor and indoor workers from heat illness. The forecast sees highs reaching the upper 90s and above in the coming days. Bakersfield: 92-99° F Palmdale: 86-95° F Coachella: 97-104° F Redding: 87-98° F Fresno: 91-97° F Riverside: 90-97°…
Lessons from a Recent Harassment Case
A recent California case, Kruitbosch v. Bakersfield Recovery Service, Inc. (BRS), offers critical guidance regarding employer responsibilities under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). The case centered on an employee, Steven Kruitbosch, who resigned after alleged offsite and off-hours sexual harassment by a coworker and subsequent inadequate and inappropriate responses from BRS’…
Best Practices: Developing an Effective Recruiting Process
The goal of effective recruiting is to find the right person for any job opening. Effective recruiting practices that consider the specific needs of the organization with an eye toward limiting potential legal risk, saves time as well as money. Developing a step-by-step recruiting process allows an employer time to identify its workforce needs, decide how to attract and find the best…