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Can an Employer Deny Unpaid Time Off in California? 2024

Work is an important part of your life because it allows you to support yourself and your loved ones. There are times, however, when you may need to be away from work. In these circumstances, it is important to understand your employer’s time-off policies. Some…

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Can I Sue My Employer for Firing Me Under False Accusations in California?

Whether you enjoy your job or simply tolerate it for the paycheck, you likely rely on the income it provides to support your family. When something threatens this income, it can put you and your family in a place of financial vulnerability, and because of…

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California 4-Hour Minimum Shift Law 2024: All You Need to Know

Most employees in California operate under standard 8- to 10-hour shifts. There are many employees, however, who work odd hours. They cannot rely on arriving and leaving work at the same time each day. For example, on-call workers may have a lot of work one…

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Bringing a claim under the Jones Act

California residents working in the maritime industry know their jobs can be risky and even dangerous at times. Many things can cause a maritime accident, and the results can be devastating to workers and their families. An injured maritime worker could bring a claim under…

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Recovering from pedestrian accidents

Pedestrian accidents are a serious problem with significant consequences. Each year, nearly 900 pedestrians are killed in California and over 6,500 pedestrians are killed across the United States. When injured as a pedestrian, you may face significant injury and long-term health challenges. Common causes of pedestrian accidents…

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A nursing mother’s right to express breastmilk at work

Many new mothers choose to breastfeed their infants while on maternity leave. The nutrition their infant receives from breastmilk is important to them. Nursing mothers want their infant to continue receiving this nourishment when they return to work after maternity leave. To do so, they…

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Opioid car crashes down, but drugged driving remains a problem

The opioid epidemic in our nation is still a significant issue, but there is good news. Efforts to mitigate opioid use have led to fewer car crashes caused by drugged driving. Opioid drugged driving crashes decline Research has demonstrated that motorists taking opioid medications are…

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Many things can be considered sexual harassment at work

Most California residents know that sexual harassment at work is illegal. However, sexual harassment means more than just unwanted sexual advances. Physical, verbal or visual unwanted sexual advances are considered sexual harassment. What you may not know is that the offender’s behavior does not need…

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San Diego County statistics show scary trend for car accidents

Many studies have shown that, after several years in which the number of traffic fatalities nationwide appeared to be declining, the number jumped in 2020. Of course, that year was unusual in many ways. What is even more worrying is that the numbers since then…

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What is an adverse employment action for retaliation claim?

It is sometimes difficult to prove when companies in California are breaking the law. There may be instances of sexual harassment, discrimination, violations of environmental laws, regulatory laws and other types of illegal actions. Many times to prove the wrongdoing, employees within the company need…

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Do you have a legal claim after a dog bite?

Dog bites and animal attacks are common in California, unfortunately. While many households in the state counts dogs as loving pets, the fact remains that some dogs are improperly trained or have dispositions that lead them to attack humans at times. When this happens, dog…

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What are the most common maritime accidents?

An injury suffered at sea can leave an individual facing significant hardships, and for a long time to come. The physical pain can leave a victim with limitations that make living normal life difficult, and the emotional toll can lead to loss of enjoyment of…

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