Description:
California Labor Code §2699.3 has altered the procedural path of PAGA litigation by introducing a statutory Early Neutral Evaluation (ENE) process that, in practice, often functions as an early mediation.

This program will break down the statute’s language and legislative origins, outline the ENE timeline and hearing procedure, and examine how courts are implementing the process. The panel will then turn to real-world application: Does ENE meaningfully change outcomes? How flexible are the statutory timelines? And why do many cases ultimately resemble traditional mediation?

Finally, the discussion will explore broader implications for employers, employees, and the courts — including pending regulations, the anticipated California Supreme Court decision in Leeper v. Shipt, Inc., and the political and budgetary forces shaping PAGA’s future.

At bottom, this program discusses the real-world implications of this procedural reform, and what the future may hold for PAGA litigation.

Speakers:

• Hon. Paul Burdick (Ret.) – ADR Services, Inc.
• Phyllis Cheng, Esq. – ADR Services, Inc.
• Hon. James Lambden (Ret.) – ADR Services, Inc.

Location:
Zoom Webinar

Cost:
$0 – Complimentary Program

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