Stokes Wagner Law Firm

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Fluent In Hospitality

Our industry-savvy professionals have the skills and experience to help you appropriately manage your labor and employment legal needs.

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Our clients are everywhere so our team operates from six locations to best serve your needs. And because you operate 24/7, so do we.

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Our legal professionals share insight on new or updated state and federal laws and how they could impact your hospitality operations. New publications are posted weekly.

California Minimum Wage Updates for July 1, 2026

June 23, 2026

Omar Hernandez

Category: Legal Updates

California employers should prepare for several local minimum wage increases taking effect on **July 1, 2026**. Although California'... Read more

California Enacts Executive Order to Prepare For AI’s Labor Impact

June 12, 2026

Jessica Villaescusa

Category: Legal Updates

On May 21, 2026, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order [N-6-26](https://www.gov.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/5.21.26-AI-Workfo... Read more

DOL Opinion Letter: Meal Periods Remain Unpaid under Federal Law

June 4, 2026

Cinthya Rivera

Category: Legal Updates

On May 28, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (“DOL”) Wage and Hour Division issued Opinion Letter [FLSA2026-7](https://www.dol.go... Read more

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