An employer that refuses to comply with California double time laws and overtime laws commits wage theft and owes you money. California’s double-time laws are generous compared to federal law and the laws in several other states. Not only do double-time laws in California demand that employers pay non-exempt employees an overtime premium in more […]
You may wonder how many hours are considered part-time in California and how time clock laws affect your rights. Read on to determine whether your employer violated time clock laws in determining part-time hours in California. California employees possess a legal right to compensation in the event their employers violate time clock laws. The Fair […]
When you purchased an insurance policy for whatever kind of coverage you needed, we imagine you signed a lot of paperwork. And in your insurance paperwork, your insurance carrier made multiple promises to you, right? Well, the promises your carrier made to you in your insurance policy are contractual promises. And if your carrier did […]
Anyone who causes you harm is legally responsible for their actions, but are they the only ones responsible for paying for your damages? Under the laws of vicarious liability in California, multiple individuals can be liable to compensate you for injuries caused by one bad actor. This vicarious liability law can increase the likelihood that […]
Many women are entitled to take time away from work during and after pregnancy without fear of losing their job. When it comes to maternity leave, California is a leader, providing great benefits and strong protections for parents. If you believe you have been denied pregnancy or family leave, consult a California employment law attorney […]
Your employer can set your work schedule, but are there limits to its authority? Can you work 7 days in a row in California? If you are working 7 days in a row in California, your employer could be subject to civil or criminal penalties, depending on your circumstances. If you would like to speak […]
You should reach out to an attorney if you were recently injured by a drunk driver in California and get more clarity about what an average settlement can be. Our lawyers looked back at our drunk driving lawsuit settlements to determine the average settlement for a drunk driving accident. The average settlement for drunk driving […]
Sometimes, after suffering an injury to one of your spinal discs, the doctor will recommend that you get steroid injections. These anti-inflammatory injections are usually administered after more conservative treatments have been unsuccessful. If you needed a steroid injection due to an injured spinal disc, it is likely that the need for steroid injections can […]
Because of worker mistreatment, the government enacts labor laws to protect employees. One of these laws, the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act, protects workers when companies plan mass layoffs. California’s WARN Act expands on the federal WARN Act, providing additional protection for workers. Here, we’ll highlight key things to know about the California […]
What is the California wage and hour statute of limitations? Many non-exempt California employees are unhappy because their employers are not paying them all the wages they deserve. You qualify as a nonexempt employee if you may receive minimum wage and overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). If this situation sounds familiar […]