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Jenny Yu Joins Epstein Becker Green to Tackle California Labor Challenges

9/11/2025

Summary

Story summary

Jenny Yu has joined Epstein Becker Green's Employment, Labor & Workforce Management practice in Los Angeles, specializing in wage and hour issues and employment litigation.
She has experience in class actions and compliance with California’s Private Attorneys General Act and Fair Employment and Housing Act.
Yu noted the growing complexity of California labor laws and the increase in PAGA cases, presenting challenges for employers.
Her expertise enhances the firm's ability to handle high-exposure disputes and compliance matters in California.

History

Historical Context

In 2004, California enacted the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), empowering employees to sue for labor law violations. This law significantly increased class action lawsuits, with over 1,000 PAGA cases filed annually. The ongoing implications of PAGA highlight the complexities of California's labor laws, necessitating specialized legal expertise, as seen in the work of attorneys like Jenny Yu.

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Story summary

Jenny Yu has joined Epstein Becker Green's Employment, Labor & Workforce Management practice in Los Angeles, specializing in wage and hour issues and employment litigation.
She has experience in class actions and compliance with California’s Private Attorneys General Act and Fair Employment and Housing Act.
Yu noted the growing complexity of California labor laws and the increase in PAGA cases, presenting challenges for employers.
Her expertise enhances the firm's ability to handle high-exposure disputes and compliance matters in California.

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