California vacation pay laws don’t require employers to provide employees with paid vacations – but if you do work for an employer that does offer paid vacations, there are rules in place to help protect your benefits. These employers must follow certain guidelines because vacation time is considered a form of wages that an employee earns. What Are the California … Read More
7 Religious Discrimination Facts Most People Don’t Know
Religious discrimination still exists in California – and unfortunately, it’s far more common than most people know. Although Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits employers from discriminating against people because of religion (or a lack of religious belief) when it comes to hiring, firing and other terms and conditions of employment, it still happens. Here are … Read More
What is Whiplash After a Car Accident or Another Type of Accident?
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, a slip and fall, or any other type of accident, your doctor may have told you that you have whiplash. But what is whiplash, and what can you do to treat it so you feel better? Here’s what you need to know. What is Whiplash After a Car Accident or Another Type … Read More
Punitive Damages vs. Compensatory Damages
Whether you’ve been in a car accident, suffered a slip and fall, or you were injured by a faulty product or bad drug, you could be entitled to financial compensation. If you can’t reach a settlement with the at-fault party’s insurance company, your personal injury attorney may suggest that you file a formal lawsuit in court. If you win, the … Read More
Rear-Ended By a Semi Truck: Settlements and Awards
If you were rear-ended by a semi truck, a settlement might be the last thing on your mind – but you could be entitled to financial compensation. Here’s what you need to know. Rear-Ended By a Semi Truck: Settlements and Awards California law provides protections for people who are injured due to someone else’s negligence. Your injuries may be minor, … Read More
How to Find a Personal Injury Attorney in California
If you’re like many people who have been hurt as a result of someone else’s negligence, you need to know how to find a personal injury attorney who’s a good fit for your case. These five tips will get you started. How to Find a Personal Injury Attorney in California All attorneys have to be certified and licensed to practice … Read More
Gig Economy Workers and California Labor Laws
Gig economy workers – people whose income consists of income-earning activities that exist outside an employer-employee relationship – aren’t entitled to the same California labor law protections as many employees are. So what protections do gig economy workers have in California? Here’s what you need to know. Gig Economy Workers and California Labor Laws California labor laws are designed to … Read More
Slip and Fall Injuries: Could You File a Lawsuit?
Slip and fall injuries can be incredibly serious – and in some cases, they’re due to someone else’s negligence or carelessness. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Slip and fall accidents can cause several types of injuries, including: Broken bones Sprained joints Knee damage Shoulder dislocations Muscle strains Spine and … Read More
How Many Hours Can an Employee Work Without a Break in California?
How many hours can an employee work without a break in California? Five. California law requires nonexempt employees to get a 30-minute meal break after working five hours in one day. Employees who work more than ten hours in a day are entitled to take another 30-minute meal break. But while five hours is the longest stretch of time a … Read More
Traumatic Brain Injury Settlements in California
Traumatic brain injury settlements in California can vary widely. In some cases, insurance companies are willing to pay what a victim deserves – but in others, a formal lawsuit becomes necessary. Here’s what you need to know about TBI settlements in our state. Traumatic Brain Injury Settlements in California If you settle a brain injury case with the at-fault party’s … Read More
