The PAGA Predicament: Strategies to Protect Your Business With Michael Adreani

Welcome to The Self Insurance Podcast, presented by CRMBC. This episode highlights the critical aspects of self-insurance for California's restaurant industry. 

This episode interviews Michael Adreani, a seasoned partner at Roxborough, Pomerance, Nye & Adreani, LLP. With a career dedicated to employment law and specializing in navigating workers' compensation disputes, Michael offers a deep dive into the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), which has significant implications for restaurant owners in California. 

He unravels PAGA's original intent and current challenges and provides strategic advice for businesses seeking to safeguard against its potential pitfalls. Tune in for a focused exploration of PAGA and how it affects the restaurant industry, delivering actionable insights for self-insured entities looking to thrive within California's complex legal environment.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction to the Self Insurance Podcast
• 0:14 Exploring PAGA: Origins and Impact
• 0:36 Expert Insights with Michael Adriani
• 0:47 The Evolution of Employment Law and PAGA's Role
• 1:59 Understanding PAGA's Original Intent and Consequences
• 3:59 The Misuse of PAGA and Its Effects on Employers
• 11:25 Navigating PAGA Claims: Strategies and Solutions
• 14:50 Looking Ahead: Potential PAGA Legislation Changes
• 15:43 Closing Remarks and Future Discussions