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.

Hospitality News

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.

Los Angeles Moves to Delay $30 Minimum Wage for Hotel and Airport Workers Amid Referendum Pressure

May 15, 2026

Michael J. D'Angelo

Category: Legal Updates

**OVERVIEW** The Los Angeles City Council has taken initial steps to delay implementation of the City’s planned $30/hour minimum ... Read more

Accommodating Employees’ Mental Illness Leave and Accommodation Requests

May 14, 2026

Anne-Marie Mizel

Category: Legal Updates

Employers report a sharp increase in employees requesting mental health leave and accommodations in recent years. This may be in pa... Read more

AB 692 Prohibits “Stay-or-Pay” Provisions Requiring Employees to Repay Debts

May 7, 2026

Dina A. Issagholi

Category: Legal Updates

California’s Assembly Bill 692 (AB 692), effective January 1, 2026, prohibits most “stay-or-pay” provisions in employment contracts.... Read more

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