The Employee Handbook - A Human Resources Podcast by 2 Lawyers

"The Employee Handbook - An Human Resources Podcast", hosted by attorneys Arta Wildeboer and Ryan Ellis, offers expert insights into human resources issues and their legal implications, providing valuable guidance for navigating the complex intersection of HR practices and employment law. This informative series is essential for HR professionals and business managers seeking to understand and prevent legal challenges in the workplace.

The Employee Handbook - A Human Resources Podcast by 2 Lawyers is a business podcast hosted by Arta Wildeboer and Ryan Ellis, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Arta Wildeboer and Ryan Ellis hosts The Employee Handbook - A Human Resources Podcast by 2 Lawyers, a business show with 13 episodes published.

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  Sllippery When Wet: On the Unintended Perils of Artistic Pursuit

  Jan 12, 20261h 1mS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>Welcome back to The Employee Handbook (formerly the HR Podcast—we changed it for the SEO, let’s see if it works). To kick off 2026, Arta and Ryan take a trip north of the border to analyze a case that involves contract law, trade shows, and copious amounts of baby oil.</p><p>We examine Newsham v. CanWest Trade Shows, where a male exotic dancer suffered a knee injury after slipping on stage. While the Canadian courts ruled one way, we break down why California’s "ABC Test" would view this "artistic pursuit" very differ...

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  Hello, Pot? This is Kettle... SHRM Moves from HR to Irony Industry

  Jan 5, 202654 minS3

  <p>Send a text</p><p>The world's largest HR organization just paid $11.5 million for violating its own rules.</p><p>SHRM—the Society for Human Resource Management—literally writes the certification exams, publishes the best practices, and trains HR professionals worldwide on how to handle workplace discrimination complaints. Then they got sued for racial discrimination and retaliation by one of their own employees. And lost. Badly.</p><p>In this episode, Arta and Ryan break down Muhammad v. Society for Human Resource Management, a federal case out of Colorado where a jury awarded $1.5 million in compensatory damages and slapped on $...

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  Just Shut Up Already: Human Resource Myths Debunked

  Dec 29, 202538 minS3

  <p>Send a text</p><p>Can you sue your boss for being mean? Is workplace bullying illegal in California? What does HR actually do—and what are they required to tell you?</p><p>Employment lawyers Arta Wildeboer and Ryan Ellis separate fact from fiction on the most common workplace myths that trip up California employees and employers alike.</p><p><b>What We Cover:</b></p><p><b>HR Complaints & Investigations</b></p>HR is not the principal's office—when to go to your manager firstWhat employees are legally entitled to know during a workplace investigationYour right to part...

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  We Are All Just Prisoners Here of Our Own Device: California’s 2026 Upcoming Employment Laws and HR Shakeup Explained

  Dec 22, 202545 minS3

  <p>Send a text</p><p>California employment law is changing again in 2026—and employers need to prepare now. In this episode of The Employee Handbook, attorneys Arta Wildeboer and Ryan Ellis break down the most significant new California labor laws taking effect January 1, 2026.</p><p><b>Topics covered in this episode:</b></p><p><b>Wage & Hour Updates</b></p>California minimum wage increasing to $16.90/hour (with higher rates in San Francisco and San Jose)New minimum exempt salary threshold: $70,304 annuallyComputer professional exemption: $122,573.13/yearLicensed physician minimum: $107.17/hourSB 261 penalties for unpaid wage judgments—up to 3x the judgment amount<p><b>Re...

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  Trouble at the Old Axe Factory or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Zoloft

  Sep 20, 20241h 2mS2

  <p>Send a text</p><p>Ever wondered how to navigate the maze of employer responsibilities and employee rights, especially when it comes to mental health and work injuries? This episode promises to unravel the complexities with a blend of humor and practical advice. We illustrate the crucial concepts of actual and constructive notice in workplace injuries. <br/><br/>Our deep dive into California’s stringent workers' compensation laws is a must-listen for employers. We discuss the dire consequences of failing to report incidents promptly, including state intervention and asset seizure. <br/><br/>Honesty and swift action are the keys to c...

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