In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s California Employment Law Podcast, San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs is joined by Christina Liao Tong from The Law Offices of Jane Oak.

Together, they unpack the growing complexities of immigration law in California amidst increased ICE enforcement. The conversation addresses employer compliance with I-9 forms, the risks of paying workers under the table, and the legal challenges tied to undocumented workers. They also explore employee rights, proactive strategies for handling ICE visits, and the broader impact immigration policies have on families, including issues of child labor and trafficking.

About Ward Heinrichs: http://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/ About Christina Liao Tong: https://lawofficesofjaneoak.com/staff/christina-liao/

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🔊 This episode is also part of the Success Express Podcast Channel on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

In Part 2 of this Big Blend Radio California Employment Law Podcast series covering Minimum Wage Laws, San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs explores the latest wage increases impacting healthcare and hospitality workers in California. With living costs on the rise and pandemic aftershocks still rippling through the workforce, these new minimum wage mandates are creating both opportunities and legal challenges. This episode breaks down what these increases mean for employers and employees, and why staying legally informed is more critical than ever.

📖 Read & Listen to Part One: “Midyear Reminder of New California Minimum Wage Laws 2025” – Covers the FAST Recovery Act, federal complications, and broader wage law updates. https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/midyear-reminder-of-new-california-minimum-wage-laws-2025/

📖 Read the current article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/midyear-reminder-of-new-california-minimum-wage-laws-2025-part-2/ 👨‍⚖️ About Ward Heinrichs: http://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/ 🎧 More episodes: https://ward-heinrichs-employment-law.podbean.com/ 🔊 Part of the Success Express Podcast Channel on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork

On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s California Employment Law Podcast with attorney Ward Heinrichs, he unpacks key updates in California’s minimum wage laws. From the FAST Recovery Act and increased wages for healthcare workers to proposed changes affecting hospitality workers in San Diego, this episode provides a timely midyear reminder for both employers and employees to stay informed.

📖 Read the article: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/midyear-reminder-of-new-california-minimum-wage-laws-2025/ 👨‍⚖️ About Ward Heinrichs: http://bestemploymentattorneysandiego.com/ 🎧 More episodes: https://ward-heinrichs-employment-law.podbean.com/ 🔊 Part of the Success Express Podcast Channel on the Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork