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Can Employees Sue for Not Receiving Severance Pay?

Losing a job unexpectedly can be overwhelming, especially when there is no severance pay offered. Many employees are left wondering whether their employer followed the law or whether they were denied compensation they were legally...

Twitter Layoffs & the Warn Act

Did the Social Media Giant Violate State and Federal Law When Laying Off Employees? Enacted in 1988, the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act protects certain workers from being laid off without advance notice....

Is Driver Fatigue Grounds for a Lawsuit?

Your Rights if a Fatigued Driver Causes Your Accident Fatigued driving or driving while drowsy is a serious problem that affects countless people in the United States. While it may seem innocuous, hundreds of motorists...

Who Can I Sue if I Was Hurt in a Bus Accident?

Your Rights if You Are Injured in a Los Angeles Bus Accident Few people imagine while waiting at a bus stop that they could be seriously injured moments after boarding. Unfortunately, bus accidents happen frequently...

Accidents Caused by Bad Road Conditions

Studies have found that California has some of the worst road conditions in the country. These conditions not only increase the chances of car accidents but also lead to higher repair and maintenance costs for...

What You Need to Know About Pregnancy Discrimination

Understanding Your State and Federal Rights as a Pregnant Worker If you are pregnant you are afforded certain protections under state and federal law. For instance, an employer cannot discriminate against you because you are...

Los Angeles City Council Advances “fair Work Week” Ordinance

Committee Clears Ordinance to Enforce Fair Workweek Policy The “Fair Work Week” ordinance has cleared the Economic Development and Jobs Committee of the Los Angeles City Council. The ordinance would put in place several requirements...

Can I Be Forced to Return to Work After an Injury on the Job?

Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities When Returning to Work After a Workplace Injury One of the most common questions that people ask after being injured on the job is when they have to return to...

Important Pieces of Evidence to Collect After a Work Injury

Millions of people get injured on the job each year, and thousands end up dying from those injuries. Despite how widespread workplace accidents are, few people ever expect to get injured while at work, and...

What Are My Rights in California as an Independent Contractor?

Today millions of people across the country consider themselves independent contractors. The rise of the “gig economy” has enticed countless individuals to sever traditional employer-employee relationships in favor of more flexibility. If you have joined...