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Bald Legal cuts through the noise with candid conversations about the law, the cases shaping our world, and how the legal system actually works. Clear answers, sharp analysis, real stories, and no unnecessary legalese. Economia Scienze sociali
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  • Can You Really Be Fired for Being Too Old? Guz v. Bechtel | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-6

    Can You Really Be Fired for Being Too Old? Guz v. Bechtel | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-6
    Oct 19 2026
    On this episode of The Bald Legal Podcast, Drew Levine breaks down Guz v. Bechtel National, Inc. (2000), one of the most cited employment cases in California. It shaped how courts decide whether a discrimination claim can go to a jury. After 22 years at Bechtel and a record of good reviews, John Guz was laid off at 49 during a company restructuring. Bechtel said it was about reorganization and a shrinking workload. Guz said it was about his age. Chapters: 00:00 - Proving age discrimination without direct evidence 03:32 - Layoff and age discrimination claim 07:06 - Legal framework for age discrimination 10:25 - Burden shifting in discrimination cases 13:22 - Employer explanations and pretext 16:09 - Summary judgment and motive inference 20:19 - Insufficient evidence for claim 23:19 - Burden of proof and jury trial 26:48 - Summary judgment protects system
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    29 min
  • The Case That Changed California Employment Law | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-5

    The Case That Changed California Employment Law | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-5
    Oct 12 2026
    Join host Drew Levine of Levine Labor Law as he sits down with attorney Lauren Grochow to discuss the realities of labor law. This conversation highlights the impact of the Dynamex case in California, which significantly redefined the criteria for classifying individuals as independent contractors. In this episode of the Bald Legal Podcast, we welcome Lauren Grochow, owner of Grochow Law, to provide her expert perspective on the legal landscape. This conversation explores how the law is intended to work for employees and the practical application of employment rights in everyday situations. Whether you are navigating a complex workplace issue or simply want to understand the legal protections available to you, this discussion sheds light on the advocate's role in the labor law process. We break down the professional insights necessary to ensure you are informed about your legal rights when dealing with employer disputes. Chapters: 00:00 - Dynamex Case: Worker Misclassification Explained 03:31 - Employer Savings Through Misclassification 06:24 - Contractor vs. Employee: Key Differences 09:27 - Dynamex Drivers Reclassified for Savings 12:44 - Drivers Sue Over Contractor Status 15:38 - The ABC Test for Worker Classification 18:53 - Control, Business, and Competition Factors 20:55 - Legislature Adopts ABC Test, Defines Exceptions 24:00 - Professional and Performing Arts Exemptions 26:39 - Borello Test, Gig Workers, and Protections 29:28 - Misclassification Penalties and Remedies 31:32 - Employer Penalties, Lawsuits, and Fees
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    34 min
  • The Apple Pie Lawsuit: Robey v. McKesson Explained | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-3

    The Apple Pie Lawsuit: Robey v. McKesson Explained | Bald Legal Podcast Ep-3
    Sep 28 2026
    How did a simple apple pie become key evidence in a workplacediscrimination lawsuit? In this episode, employment attorneys Drew Levine (Levine Labor Law) and Alexander Vialy break down Robey v. McKesson Corporation, a case where a supervisor's cruelty, from excluding an employee from office treats to mocking her medical condition, led to a jury verdict holding both the company and the supervisor personally liable. In this episode, we unpack disparate treatment vs. disparate impact, how harassment and discrimination can overlap, and what this case means for employee rights today.Chapters:00:00 - Apple Pie Case and Legal Nuances09:12 - McKesson, Roby, and Panic Attacks12:01 - Disparate Impact vs. Treatment15:00 - Policy Neutrality and Workplace Realities18:26 - Unfair Termination of Disabled Workers20:51 - Medication Side Effects and Mistreatment24:04 - Disability Termination and Discrimination27:19 - Discrimination and Harassment Simultaneously30:17 - Supervisor Liability for Claims33:23 - Broadening Law for Fair Civil Rights
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    35 min
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