M. Michael Cole counsels and advises large and small employers across multiple industries on the full spectrum of labor and employment law matters, with a particular emphasis on California employment law.
His practice includes advising employers on hiring practices such as compliance with background check requirements, counseling on implementing and drafting restrictive covenant agreements, advising employers on the management of employees, including administering discipline and compliance with various leave and disability accommodation laws and other EEO requirements, and counseling employers on terminating employees, including the implementation of reductions in force and compliance with federal and state WARN laws.
As part of his practice, Mr. Cole has particular expertise with wage and hour matters, including payroll practices, designing commission and bonus plans, expense reimbursement requirements, complying with meal and rest break laws, and reviewing employee exemption classifications and guiding employers through reclassifications.
