Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on Federal and California Employment Laws that Protect Women in the Workplace.
Check out Ward's article that gives an overview of some of the laws and acts such as the Equal Pay Act. Pregnancy Discrimination Act, Sexual Harassment Prevention Training, Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act, and more: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/laws-that-protect-women-in-the-workplace/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O

Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on DEI after Trump's DEI executive orders.
Check out Ward's article that delves into the history of DEI and points out some of the fine print, and why employers should seek legal advice when it comes to creating a DEI policy: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/dei-after-trumps-dei-executive-orders/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O

Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on California Workplace Rights During Disasters including Labor Code §1139 and Labor Code § 230.8. Check out Ward's about the laws and regulations, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-workplace-rights-during-disasters/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Success Express" channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

Sunday Jan 12, 2025
Sunday Jan 12, 2025
This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on the new California Employment Laws for 2025. Check out Ward's list of new laws and regulations, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/new-california-employment-laws-for-2025/
New laws covered in the podcast and article include:- Private Attorney General Act (PAGA)- Reproductive Loss Leave Mediation Program- Paid Family Leave (PFL) Vacation Protection- Leave for Victims of Crimes- Minimum Wage & Salary- Use of Driver’s License Restrictions- Freelance Worker Protection Act- Voluntary Captive Audience Meetings
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O

Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
From sexual harassment and intoxication to wage and hur liability, this episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses on employment issues related to holiday parties and celebrations.
Check out Ward's list of things employers may want to consider to help control liability and to keep the holiday season merry, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/holiday-season-employment-law-concerns/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O
This episode is also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Big Daily Blend" and "Success Express" channels. Follow Big Blend Radio's Network of Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
From Age Discrimination in Employment Act to the Family and Medical Leave Act, this episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs deciphers the "legalese" of some of the acts that pertain to employment law. Check out the list of acts and their meanings, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/legalese-whats-with-this-act/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O

Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
This episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs covers California's new Workplace Violence Prevention Act and why employers need to be aware of it, and most importantly put a plan in place.
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O

Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
Wednesday Jul 31, 2024
From organ donor leave to voting leave, this episode of Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs focuses California's various laws regarding Workplace Leave of Absence. Read his article about it here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/california-workplace-leaves-of-absence/
Based in San Diego, California, Ward represents both employers and employees in almost all areas of labor law. More: https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/
Ward Heinrichs appears on Big Blend Radio very 4th Wednesday. Follow his podcast appearences here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3jXMGjBdJrHc4zxpoWFP5O

Big Blend Radio's California Employment Law Podcast with Ward Heinrichs
Keep up with new California business and employment laws and hear about the state's various labor laws and regulations. You can read Ward's articles in Big Blend Magazines, watch the podcasts on YouTube, or follow the show on Spotify, Apple, Podbean, Amazon, iHeartRadio, Audible, TuneIn, ListenNotes, and more.
Based in San Diego, Ward Heinrichs handles a variety of cases on behalf of employees, for instance: severance negotiations, overtime, minimum wage, off the clock, un-reimbursed expenses, meal periods, rest periods, labor commissioner hearings, private attorney general act claims (PAGA), misclassification (exempt or non-exempt status), WARN Act claims, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract disputes, etc. Learn more at https://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/ or follow him on LinkedIn, Twitter (X), and Facebook.