Employers in San Diego need to ensure that they are following the various federal and state labor laws. There are many different laws regarding wage and hour laws, harassment, safety laws and discrimination. Employers are not allowed to discriminate against employees...
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Common accidents that occur on ship decks
There are many dangers that are present in different areas of San Diego’s shipping industry. The types of dangers depend on where people are working within the industry. People working on the ship decks may experience different dangers than those performing...
Protections for victims of dog attacks
Dog bite laws in California are designed to protect victims of dog attacks. It is helpful to be familiar with the ways dog bite laws in California protect victims and can help them with their damages when harmed. Protections for victims of dog attacks In California,...
Can at-will employees be fired for any reason?
Employers in California may have employee handbooks, which state the rules within the company and the expectations for their employees. These may seem like employment contracts, but for most employees in California they do not change the fact that the employee is an...
Why are California bicycle accidents increasing?
In a place like San Diego, California, where the weather is warm year round, many people enjoy riding their bicycles throughout the year. Riding a bike can be a pleasant and beneficial experience for the rider mentally and physically. Many cities in the United States...
The importance of paycheck laws
One of the most important rights that labor laws guarantee to employees is that they will receive their wages in a regular and timely manner. Called payday laws, every state except South Carolina and Alabama has requirements for how frequently an employee must be...
Are pedestrian and bicycle accident rates rising?
It is just a fact of life that we have to leave our homes, walk through a parking lot or walk down a road or sideway. At all of these times, we are pedestrians. On the other hand, for those looking to streamline their non-car life, a bicycle is a must have for travel...
What are some of the more common pedestrian accidents?
Most pedestrians have a reasonable belief that when they are walking through a crosswalk, down a sidewalk or along the road that they will be safe. However, pedestrians can suffer serious injuries if they are hit by a driver. These injuries can cause them to incur...
Learn about California’s bicycle accident laws
California has some of the busiest roadways in the country, and they’re often filled with both motor vehicles and bicycles. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that when a motor vehicle and bicycle collide, it is usually the bicyclist that sustains more serious injuries....
What are my rights as a pregnant employee?
Expecting San Diego mothers should be able to enjoy their pregnancy and the time leading up to the birth of their child without having to worry about their job. Discriminating against an employee because they are pregnant is illegal, and there are several legal rights...