As the summer of 2020 ends, Americans must deal with the damage from seasonal storms. Whether it’s a hurricane, derecho or wildfire, storms can wreak havoc on a neighborhood and cause significant damage. Even after the storm passes, cleaning up the debris comes with...
Month: August 2020
Is your workplace a hostile work environment?
You work hard to provide for your family and advance your career. However, in a hostile work environment, every day takes its toll on your emotional state. You may be cut off from advancement opportunities or endure jokes that make it clear that you do not fit in with...
Keeping teen drivers safe during the “100 Deadliest Days”
Labor Day is just around the corner, marking the unofficial end of summer for many teens returning to school. But Labor Day also marks the end of another significant date parents and teen may not be aware of – the "100 Deadliest Days" of summer. The period between...
About your employment and your social media activity
Is there cause to worry about your job in connection with your personal internet presence? Does your employer have the right to poke into your private life by scrutinizing your social media posts? Is a supervisor’s objection to something that you posted online an...
Why are pedestrian accident deaths on the rise?
One of the most concerning accident trends in the last few years is the increasing number of pedestrians killed in vehicle crashes. In 2019, the number of pedestrian deaths from auto accidents reached a 30-year high: 6,590 pedestrians were killed. That also was a 5%...
New pool? The safety tips you might not know
This summer has been a historic departure from the norm. With more families spending time at home, swimming pools are one of the most exciting options residents – particularly children – can enjoy. Sadly, San Diego County reports a significant spike in near-drowning...
Culture fit and acts of covert discrimination
Applicants can be turned down for an open position for countless reasons. From the strength of a resume and relevant work experience to availability and schedule requirements, sometimes it takes very little to differentiate between a group of candidates....
Is it illegal for your employer to ask about your sexual orientation?
Many companies, in an effort to be inclusive and diverse, send out "voluntary requests" for their employees to answer very intimate and personal questions about their race, gender, marital status and sexual orientation. The company assures employees that the...
Federal relief funds boost California unemployment offerings
The pandemic of 2020 devastated local economies, placing millions of Americans in unemployment and debilitating small businesses. In response, the federal government passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act to help states recover and...
Violation of trucking regulations can support car accident claim
Many people get nervous when they find themselves surrounded by big rigs on the highway. This is understandable given that these massive vehicles can cause devastation when driven negligently, often resulting in serious or even catastrophic injuries. If you or a loved...
