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Bald Legal

Bald Legal

著者： Drew Levine
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Bald Legal cuts through the noise with candid conversations about the law, the cases shaping our world, and how the legal system actually works. Clear answers, sharp analysis, real stories, and no unnecessary legalese. 社会科学 経済学
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  • Fired for Something You Didn’t Do? Why It May Still Be Legal | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-7

    Fired for Something You Didn’t Do? Why It May Still Be Legal | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-7
    2026/10/26
    In this episode of the Bald Legal Podcast, employment attorneys Megan Mackie and Drew Levine explain the difference and why a wrongful termination claim usually needs more than a bad boss or a bad reason. They break down Cotran v. Rollins Hudig Hall International (1998), the California Supreme Court case about a senior executive who was fired over harassment allegations. A jury found the accusations not credible, but the court held that an employer’s honest, careful belief, if it’s based on an adequate investigation, can still count as good cause, even when that belief turns out to be wrong. They also cover how implied employment contracts developed through Pugh v. See’s Candy and Scott v. PG&E. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro and Case Discussion 02:00 - Wrongful Termination Case: Cotran v. Rollins Hudig Hall 09:28 - Case Facts and Allegations 15:00 - Jury’s Decision on Affair Defense 20:27 - Court Reverses Jury’s Wrongful Termination Decision 23:35 - Implied Contracts and Wrongful Termination 27:00 - Contract Breach vs. Wrongful Termination Damages 30:12 - Dissenting Opinion on Employee Protection 32:01 - Good Faith Investigations Checklist 36:34 - Fairness and Investigation Importance 39:22 - Thank You and Next Episode Preview
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    40 分
  • Can You Really Be Fired for Being Too Old? Guz v. Bechtel | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-6

    Can You Really Be Fired for Being Too Old? Guz v. Bechtel | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-6
    2026/10/19
    On this episode of The Bald Legal Podcast, Drew Levine breaks down Guz v. Bechtel National, Inc. (2000), one of the most cited employment cases in California. It shaped how courts decide whether a discrimination claim can go to a jury. After 22 years at Bechtel and a record of good reviews, John Guz was laid off at 49 during a company restructuring. Bechtel said it was about reorganization and a shrinking workload. Guz said it was about his age. Chapters: 00:00 - Proving age discrimination without direct evidence 03:32 - Layoff and age discrimination claim 07:06 - Legal framework for age discrimination 10:25 - Burden shifting in discrimination cases 13:22 - Employer explanations and pretext 16:09 - Summary judgment and motive inference 20:19 - Insufficient evidence for claim 23:19 - Burden of proof and jury trial 26:48 - Summary judgment protects system
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    29 分
  • The Case That Changed California Employment Law | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-5

    The Case That Changed California Employment Law | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-5
    2026/10/12
    Join host Drew Levine of Levine Labor Law as he sits down with attorney Lauren Grochow to discuss the realities of labor law. This conversation highlights the impact of the Dynamex case in California, which significantly redefined the criteria for classifying individuals as independent contractors. In this episode of the Bald Legal Podcast, we welcome Lauren Grochow, owner of Grochow Law, to provide her expert perspective on the legal landscape. This conversation explores how the law is intended to work for employees and the practical application of employment rights in everyday situations. Whether you are navigating a complex workplace issue or simply want to understand the legal protections available to you, this discussion sheds light on the advocate's role in the labor law process. We break down the professional insights necessary to ensure you are informed about your legal rights when dealing with employer disputes. Chapters: 00:00 - Dynamex Case: Worker Misclassification Explained 03:31 - Employer Savings Through Misclassification 06:24 - Contractor vs. Employee: Key Differences 09:27 - Dynamex Drivers Reclassified for Savings 12:44 - Drivers Sue Over Contractor Status 15:38 - The ABC Test for Worker Classification 18:53 - Control, Business, and Competition Factors 20:55 - Legislature Adopts ABC Test, Defines Exceptions 24:00 - Professional and Performing Arts Exemptions 26:39 - Borello Test, Gig Workers, and Protections 29:28 - Misclassification Penalties and Remedies 31:32 - Employer Penalties, Lawsuits, and Fees
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    34 分
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