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Can California Remote Workers Get Workers Comp?

Nearly All Employees Are Eligible for Workers' Compensation The state of California requires almost all employers to be legally liable for injuries to employees that occur on the job, regardless of where those injuries took...

Can You Sue for an Elevator Injury?

Elevators are a staple in modern buildings, transporting millions of people between floors every day. However, when something goes wrong, the consequences can be devastating. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health...

Upcoming Changes to CA Employment Law in 2024

New Employment Laws Taking Effect Next Year in California 2024 will bring a flurry of new employment laws to California. With the ending of the latest legislative session, we now know which laws will take...

What Happens if I Was Partially at Fault for a Car Accident in California?

Liability in California Car Accidents is Both Simple and Complex The state of California adopted a pure comparative negligence law in 1975 that is still in effect today. By this law, each driver is financially...

What You Need to Know About CA’s SB 497: Equal Pay and Anti-Retaliation Protection Act

How California’s New Law Helps Employees to Establish Retaliation Claims If an employer violates an employee's rights, that employee should be able to report the wrongdoing without fear of retaliation. To protect the rights of...

Can I Claim Workers’ Comp If I Was Injured While Traveling for Work?

Frequently Asked Questions About Work-related Car Accidents and Other Business Travel Injuries Business or corporate travel can have its perks. It can get you out of your cubicle and break up the monotony that often...

The “Gig Economy” in Los Angeles and Requirements for Hiring Independent Contractors

L.A.’s New Requirements for Companies That Hire Freelance or Contract Workers With companies like Uber and Lyft leading the way, more and more businesses in the L.A. area are choosing to hire independent contractors over...

Workers’ Comp Claims for Repetitive Stress Injuries

Obtaining Compensation If You Suffered a Repetitive Stress Injury Repetitive stress injuries such as tendonitis and carpal tunnel syndrome are common in offices across the country. The continuous stress on a specific muscle, tendon, or...

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in California?

Your Rights If Your Loved One Was Killed Due to a Wrongful Act or Neglect If your loved one was killed because of another person’s negligence or wrongful conduct, you might be able to bring...

What Is California’s Cell Phone & Driving Law?

What You Need to Know About Using a Cell Phone While Driving in CA If you drive in California, you need to know the laws regarding cell phone use. Violating the state’s cell phone laws...