What Are the Recoverable Damages For California Employees Who Were Wrongfully Terminated?
In California, the general rule is that employment is “at will” and therefore employers may terminate employees at any time and even for no reason. However, many employers fail to realize that an employee cannot be terminated for illegal reasons pursuant to applicable federal and state employment laws. In particular, California employers are prohibited from […]
Simple Things to Do to Avoid a Bicycle Accident in Los Angeles
A bicyclist colliding with a driver operating a vehicle can be a horrendous and traumatizing experience. Bicycle accidents may occur along blind curves or while riding through an intersection. Just like any other form of vehicle accident, serious to fatal injuries can result, particularly on the part of the bicyclist. Although the number of deaths […]
Know the Laws that Prohibit Employment Discrimination on the Basis of Sex
Sex discrimination is one of the most prevalent issues in the realm of employment. It involves preferential treatment favoring the male or female sex. The most common example of such discrimination is an employer’s preference of male employees over their female counterparts in various aspects of employment. Fortunately for employees and applicants, they are able […]
Information You Need to Know About Bus Accidents in Los Angeles, California
Buses are one of the most convenient methods of public transportation in Los Angeles, California. Like trains, these large vehicles regularly carry passengers, stopping at designated areas within the city to board and unload commuters. School buses also regularly carry children to and from school. In addition to public transportation, there are also private buses […]
Teenage Driving: Shocking Statistics and Reasons Why They Are True
Teenagers today in the United States are driving much less than their predecessors from three to four decades ago. However, there continues to be a disproportionately high risk of death and serious injury in accidents among teen drivers. In fact, those who are 16 to 19 years old are four times more likely to be […]
FEHA Regulations Covered Employers Must Comply With in California
The state of California is one of the most liberal states in the country with respect to protecting employee rights in the workplace. In this regard, the failure to comply with state laws puts employers at risk of being sued in civil court and/or being the subject of investigations based upon employee administrative complaints submitted […]
Disability Discrimination in California: FAQs Finally Answered
Pursuant to the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), California employees with disabilities are protected from workplace discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. However, while the FEHA protects disabled employees all over the state of California, not all employees are aware of its coverage. In order for employees to understand their rights under the FEHA, it is […]