Jill Chasson Unpacks Ninth Circuit’s Latest NLRA Ruling on Employee Wage Discussions in HR Laws

Jill Chasson Unpacks Ninth Circuit’s Latest NLRA Ruling on Employee Wage Discussions in HR Laws

A new opinion from the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reinforced a longstanding, and often misunderstood, truth about workplace rights: Employees can talk with each other about pay. In a recent article for HR Laws, Partner Jill Chasson broke down what the decision means for employers navigating discipline, communication policy, and National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) compliance. In the article, Jill examined a recent wrongful-termination dispute in Phoenix that prompted the court to directly affirm that pay-related conversations qualify as protected concerted activity, for both union and non-union workers, under Section 7 of the NLRA. She highlighted how the ruling strengthens the existing wage transparency position and clarified the risks employers face when disciplinary decisions overlap with discussions about compensation or working conditions. Additionally, Jill offered...

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Coppersmith Brockelman Ranks Among Phoenix Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for Fourth Consecutive Year

Coppersmith Brockelman has once again been recognized as one of the Valley’s top workplaces, securing the No. 2 ranking in the micro category (10-24 employees) on Phoenix Business Journal’s Best Places to Work list. This honor marks the firm’s fourth consecutive year on the list and its third year ranking within the top three. The 23rd annual Best Places to Work program highlights organizations that excel in fostering strong workplace cultures. Rankings are based on employee surveys, with more than 200 businesses, nonprofits, and organizations evaluated based on company dynamics, team engagement, trust in leadership, and more. “This recognition is very meaningful to the firm,” said Kristen Rosati, Governance Committee Chair. “We focus on community and creating a culture rooted in collaboration within the firm and with...

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Mel Soliz Led Panel on the Future of Computable Consent at Sequioa Project’s Annual Meeting

Partner Mel Soliz recently moderated a panel at the Sequoia Project’s Annual Meeting to share insights on the evolving challenges of privacy and consent within health information exchange networks and trust frameworks. The panel session, “Moving Toward Computable Consent: The Future of Privacy in Health Information Exchange,” examined the need for collaborative approaches to implement granular consent while leveraging new technologies to not only strengthen trust, but also empower individuals with greater control over their health data. Mel, along with two other leaders in health information policy and technology, framed the discussion with an overview of the legal landscapes, operational realities, and technical gaps that continue to impact an organization’s ability to honor patient privacy preferences in a consistent, scalable way. The Sequoia Project serves as an advocate for...

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Mel Soliz & Amita Sanghvi Guide Local Attorneys Through the Complexities of Health Information Laws in State Bar of Arizona Presentation

The State Bar of Arizona recently invited Mel Soliz and Amita Sanghvi to provide fellow lawyers with a clear breakdown of today’s health information law landscape. Their session offered a strong foundational overview of key regulations and how they are enforced, leaving attorneys with actionable strategies to incorporate into their practice. Their presentation, entitled “Demystifying Health Information Laws for Attorneys,” focused on the unique legal landscape surrounding using and disclosing health information — exploring HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, Information Blocking, and relevant state laws, with an emphasis on spotting compliance issues and understanding the rules for using, sharing, and protecting patient health information. Mel and Amita closed the session with interactive scenarios, allowing attorneys to apply their new knowledge in real time. Mel’s regulatory practice focuses...

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Malvika Sinha Instructs State Bar of Arizona CLE Course on the Practical Implications of Punitive Damages

Despite recent defense-friendly cases, Arizona juries have still shown that they are more than willing to award punitive damages in high profile litigation, making it critically important for attorneys to fully understand the contours of state and federal punitive damages law.  To help attorneys keep pace with these developments, the State Bar of Arizona tapped Partner Malvika Sinha to co-lead a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) course with fellow litigators Rob Carey of Hagens Berman and Bennett Cooper of Dickinson Wright. The course, entitled “Punitive Damages AZ ’25: How? How Bad? How Much?” outlined the nature and ramifications of due process and common law limitations on punitive damages, as well as real-world implications to consider at the pre-trial and trial stages. Malvika educated attorneys on timely issues surrounding...

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Andy Gaona Named to Arizona Capitol Times’ Inaugural Power 50 List

Arizona Capitol Times has selected Partner Andy Gaona for its first-ever Power 50 list, honoring him as one of the state’s most impactful leaders. Comprised of 50 individuals who hold the power to shape Arizona’s political and civic landscape, the list spans the full spectrum of statewide influence — from policymakers and legal professionals to community advocates — recognizing those who move Arizona forward. Andy has been at the forefront of many of Arizona’s most important issues, recently spending two years working with major abortion rights groups to advance the Abortion Access Act and enshrine abortion protections into the Arizona Constitution. This effort gained widespread visibility following the Arizona Supreme Court’s opinion in Planned Parenthood v. Mayes, where he represented Planned Parenthood and presented oral arguments...

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