What is the administrative exemption to California’s labor laws? This guide explains the rule that applies to administrative employees regarding overtime, as well as meal and rest breaks. What is the Administrative Exemption to California’s Labor Laws? Administrative employees are exempt from California’s overtime laws, and they’re not entitled to meal and rest breaks – but how do you know … Read More
PFAS in Drinking Water: What You Need to Know
PFAS in drinking water is a serious problem – so serious that many people have successfully sued over its harmful effects. Here’s what you need to know about PFAS in drinking water, what kinds of symptoms you might experience if you’ve been exposed, and when you can sue. PFAS in Drinking Water: What You Need to Know PFAS is short … Read More
The Complete Guide to Pain and Suffering Damages in a Lawsuit
If you’re like many people, you’ve heard that pain and suffering can be part of a personal injury lawsuit – but how would a jury in California even measure pain and suffering, and how much could you win in damages? This guide explains. The Complete guide to Pain and Suffering Damages in a Lawsuit The state of California doesn’t have … Read More
Laid Off vs. Fired: What Are the Differences?
If you’re like many people, you know that wrongful termination is too common in California – and you may also know that it’s possible to be wrongfully terminated whether you’re fired or laid off. But what are the differences between being fired and laid off, and how can your situation affect a wrongful termination claim? Here’s what you need to … Read More
California’s Final Paycheck Law
California’s final paycheck law gives workers the benefit of knowing when they should receive their last paycheck from an employer, whether they quit or the employer terminates them. But what is California’s final paycheck law, what happens if an employer misses a deadline, and what recourse do you have if your employer has failed to pay you? Find out now. … Read More
Guide to Mesothelioma Claims: Everything You Need to Know
You’ve seen television commercials and heard radio ads; maybe you’ve even seen print ads about mesothelioma claims. But what is a mesothelioma claim, and could you be eligible to file one? Here’s what you need to know. Guide to Mesothelioma Claims: Everything You Need to Know Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that occurs in the thin layers of tissue … Read More
Common Types of Burn Injuries
Burns are some of the most common injuries in the United States – and sometimes, they’re caused by another person’s negligence or carelessness. So what are the types of burn injuries, and what can you do if another person caused yours? Here’s what you need to know. Types of Burn Injuries Burns can happen anywhere, any time. Sometimes they’re the … Read More
Dog Bite Lawsuit FAQ
Dogs are man’s best friend – but sometimes, that relationship isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. What happens if you’re bitten by a dog, whether it’s a friend’s dog or a loose pup on the street? Can you file a lawsuit to help pay your medical bills? What if your own dog is injured trying to protect you? Check … Read More
Injured in a Car Accident in an Uber or Lyft: What Now?
What happens if you’re injured in a car accident in an Uber or Lyft, or any other ride-sharing program? Who’s responsible for your medical bills, and whose insurance company will you have to deal with? Here’s what you need to know if you’ve been injured in an accident in an Uber or Lyft. Injured in a Car Accident in an … Read More
Guide to Pregnancy Discrimination in California
If you’re like many women in California, you know that it’s illegal for an employer to discriminate against you because you’re pregnant, you’ve just had a baby, or you have any medical condition related to pregnancy. But do you know the specifics? Here’s a guide to pregnancy discrimination in California to ensure you understand your rights as a mom-to-be or … Read More
