Jennifer Shaw answers questions for CapRadio’s Chris Nichols’ article:  Answering Questions About California’s Unemployment Benefits During the COVID-19 Crisis.  You can read the article here.  

Jennifer Shaw was interviewed for a story by Samantha Solomon of ABC Channel 10 news regarding the pandemic unemployment benefits open for self-employed, independent contractors affected by coronavirus.  You can read the article here. 

Jennifer Shaw appeared on the CapRadio program, Insight with Beth Ruyak to talk about California’s unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 crisis.  You can listen to the program here.  

Jennifer Shaw appeared on The Workplace, a podcast by the CalChamber, to discuss key details of California’s COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave, including gig workers, eligibility requirements, verbal requests, avoiding a “gotcha moment,” and employer recommendations.  You can listen to the podcast here.

Jennifer Shaw was quoted in an article by Michael Cabanatuan of the San Francisco Chronicle entitled:  “Betting on 49ers to win Super Bowl? Here’s what you should know.” You can read the article here.

Jennifer Shaw appeared on The Workplace, a podcast by the CalChamber, to discuss ways HR experts can combat dismissive attitudes from leadership and help the company comply with federal and state laws.  You can listen to the podcast here. 

In lieu of sending holiday cards, we’ve made a donation to Canine Companions for Independence on behalf of Miller & Jac Greenfield. 

Jennifer Shaw appeared on The Workplace, a podcast by the CalChamber, to discuss what employers can do to avoid the problems that arise when employees drink too much at a company party.  You can listen to the podcast here.

Jennifer Shaw was quoted in an article by Lorelei Laird entitled:  “Building a Workplace Harassment Policy That Keeps You and Your Employees Safe”. You can read the article here.

Lisa Buehler appeared on The Workplace, a podcast by the CalChamber, to discuss emerging issues and best practices when conducting a workplace sexual harassment investigation. You can listen to the podcast here.

Jennifer Shaw appeared on The Workplace, a podcast by the CalChamber, to discuss the pitfalls of age-based stereotyping, succession planning, and mandatory retirement. You can listen to the podcast here.

Shaw Law Group, PC welcomes Angela Cabral, who joined us in September, as of an Associate in the Sacramento office.  Angela’s practice is focused on providing practical advice and counsel to clients on wage-hour compliance, EEO issues, performance management, and the hiring/termination processes.  You can view Angela’s bio here.

Greg Valenza was interviewed by Judy Greenwald for a Business Insurance article entitled: Legal disputes contemplate disability protections for obese workers  Click here to read the article.

Jennifer Shaw, appeared on The Workplace, a podcast by the CalChamber, to discuss the current vaccination controversy and other issues that come into play as employers attempt to keep their workers healthy and productive.  You can listen to the podcast here.

Jennifer Shaw appeared on “The Afternoon News” with Kitty O’Neal to discuss the article, “Reaction:  Younger Workers Not Happy About Older Workers Still On the Job.”  Listen to the interview here. 

Jennifer Shaw, appeared on The Workplace, a podcast by the CalChamber, to discuss recent employment law snafus that are making headlines.  You can listen to the podcast here. 

In this episode of The Workplace, CalChamber Executive Vice President and General Counsel Erika Frank discusses exempt employee misclassification with employment law expert Jennifer Shaw. In the podcast, they discuss the differences between exempt and non-exempt employees and the common mistakes employers make when classifying their employees as exempt. You can listen to the podcast here. 

Jennifer Shaw, appeared on The Workplace, a podcast by the CalChamber, to discuss Marijuana and the Workplace.  You can listen to the podcast here. 

Jennifer Shaw was awarded the Sacramento Business Journal’s 2019 Women Who Mean Business awards.  This award recognized professionals for their accomplishments in business as well as their contributions to the community.   

Shaw Law Group, PC welcomes Megan Donaghey, who joined us in April, as of an Associate in the Sacramento office.  Megan is an experienced human resources professional who conducts impartial investigations, provides employment law advice and counsel, and conducts training on workplace issues. Clients appreciate Megan’s business-minded approach to solving workplace challenges.  You can view Megan’s bio here. 

Jennifer Shaw, appeared on The Workplace, a podcast by the CalChamber, to discuss men and the #MeToo movement.  You can listen to the podcast here. 

Jennifer Shaw was interviewed by Toni Vranjes for a SHRM article entitled: New California Law Requires Emergency Responders to Be on Call During Breaks.  Click here to read the article.

Greg Valenza was interviewed by Dinah Wisenberg Brin for a SHRM article entitled: Is Homework for Job Applicants Effective?  Click here to read the article.

Jennifer Shaw was interviewed by Kitty O’Neal at KFBK News Radio regarding California State University-Fresno English professor, Randa Jarrar’s, posts on Twitter and her claim she couldn’t be fired because of her tenure.  Click here to listen to the interview. 

Jennifer Shaw was interviewed by Kitty O’Neal at KFBK News Radio regarding social media activity that could get your fired.  Click here to listen to the interview.  

Greg Valenza was interviewed on KCBS news radio in San Francisco (740 AM) about the difficulty of proving work place sexual harassment claims.

Click here to listen to the segment.

On April 18, 2017, Jennifer Shaw was awarded the Soroptimist Ruby Award: For Women Helping Women by Soroptimist International of Greater Sacramento in recognition of her outstanding work to improve the lives of other women.

Jennifer Shaw was interviewed on KFBK’s news talk radio (1530AM) regarding legal protections for women in the workplace following a weather anchor who was given a sweater on the air because the news station was getting emails that her dress was provocative and an online petition in the U.K. against requiring women to wear high heels to their job. Click here to listen to the segment.

Jennifer Shaw presented two sessions at SHRM’s 2014 Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida. Conference participants rated Jennifer’s sessions first and third out of several hundred programs.

For the second consecutive year, The Sacramento Business Journal selected Jennifer Shaw to be included in their “Best of the Bar” feature. To be recognized for this honor, local attorneys are nominated by their peers and vetted by a panel of their peers. Click here to view the article.

Jennifer Shaw presented two sessions at SHRM’s 2013 Annual Conference in Chicago: Illinois. The Conference participants rated Jennifer’s sessions second and sixth out of several hundred programs. Jennifer was one of only 24 speakers who received ratings of 4.8 / 5 or higher.

The Sacramento Business Journal published its first “Best of the Bar” feature. The Business Journal’s editor selected Jennifer Shaw as one of Sacramento’s best lawyers. Click here to see Jennifer’s profile.

Shaw Valenza LLP is proud to announce that partners Jennifer Brown Shaw and Greg Valenza have been selected for inclusion in the 2013 Northern California Super Lawyers list. This is Jennifer’s fifth consecutive year and Greg’s third consecutive year. Congratulations to them both.

Super news! The 2012 Northern California Super Lawyers list has arrived. Shaw Valenza proudly announces that Jennifer was included on the Northern California Super Lawyers list for the fourth consecutive year. Greg Valenza was included on the Super Lawyers list for the second consecutive year. Congratulations to them both.

Jennifer Shaw was honored to speak at this year’s HR West 2012 annual conference in South San Francisco. Attendees rated Jennifer’s session a 97.9%!

Jennifer Brown Shaw is listed as one of the Top Rated Speakers at SHRM’s 2011 Annual Conference.

Jennifer Brown Shaw is listed as one of the Top Rated Speakers at SHRM’s 2010 Annual Conference.

Jennifer Brown Shaw is listed as one of the Top Rated Speakers at SHRM’s 2009 Annual Conference.

Jennifer Shaw has been named by Northern California Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top attorneys in California for 2009. Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.