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What is the Most Common Cause of Motor Vehicle Accidents?

There are millions of reported motor vehicle accidents across the country each year, as well as millions of accident-related injuries and thousands of traffic fatalities. What bad driving habit is causing the most harm on American roadways?...

Car Accidents Caused by Mechanical Failure

Most people know that reckless, drunk, and distracted drivers cause an inexcusable number of car accidents each year. But what you might not expect is that mechanical failure is also up there in the leading causes of crashes. Past National...

How Does Age Discrimination Occur?

When you work in any kind of industry, you should not have to deal with any kind of discrimination. Unfortunately, there are times when an employer may discriminate against you for one reason or another,...

Workers’ Rights Amidst a National Crisis

In an at-will employment state such as California, not everyone is aware of their rights as employees. Unfortunately, there are some situations that may arise that can threaten the rights of workers all throughout the...

What Happens if My Employer Creates a Hostile Work Environment?

As a worker, you deserve to feel safe within your workplace. While we are well aware that there are some workplaces where hazards may exist, you should never feel as though your health or safety...

What is Pregnancy Discrimination?

Pregnancy is supposed to be a joyous time for you as you await the addition to your family. It’s a time when you may still be working as you prepare for the financial situations you...

Common Situations in Which Discrimination Occurs

Discrimination is something that should never be tolerated in the workplace, but it does unfortunately happen. In many situations, you may have your rights as an employee infringed upon because your employer makes a decision...

Gov. Newsom Makes Covid-19 Workers’ Comp Filings Easier for Essential Workers

Essential workers who continue to work during the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic have always had legitimate concerns about contracting the virus themselves. While others are able to stay home and minimize their chances of exposure to the...

What Are Wage & Hour Lawsuits?

As an employee in any industry, you should be paid properly when you work. Any hours you work must be properly compensated by your employer, including any paid time off, overtime wages, and more. Unfortunately,...

Can My Boss Fire Me for Taking a Medical Leave of Absence?

If you suffer an injury or have a medical condition that requires you to take time off work, you could legally do so under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Unfortunately, many employers do not...