Employees experiencing workplace emotional distress often wonder, Can I sue my employer for stress and anxiety? The answer is relatively straightforward. Most professions come with job-related stress, causing varying degrees of anxiety. So feeling some level of stress and anxiety at work is expected. However, there are situations where unreasonable work environments can cause extreme […]

Generally, an employer cannot legally withhold a paycheck from a current or former employee. Nevertheless, many employers threaten to dock employees' pay or withhold their paychecks if they do not meet certain expectations. Many people cannot afford to miss even one paycheck, so they do whatever it takes to guarantee payment, even if their employer […]

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 may be asking yourself, What are my rights as a pregnant employee in California? When it comes to pregnant employee rights, California has some of the most progressive labor laws in the country. During pregnancy, Golden State employees are entitled to a host of rights and benefits, ensuring that their career growth and financial […]

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 […]

The pandemic and focus on social issues in 2020 brought to light many holes in worker protections nationwide. The state legislature updated California employee laws to shift focus to greater worker protections. This article explores some of the more important updates to California employment law. Minimum Wage California minimum wage increases to $15.00 by the […]

If you or your loved one suffered a serious injury in an accident, you need to know how to protect your legal rights. Unfortunately, major accidents remain common in the United States. According to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Americans make a collective 39 million injury-related trips […]

If you notice an error on your paycheck, you might think, “My employer made a mistake on my paycheck; what do I do?” The first step is to review the information on your pay stub carefully. Your objective should be to pinpoint the exact cause of the discrepancy, whether it relates to work hours, pay […]

In 2021, approximately 73,830 households participated in the CalFresh program, which is nationally referred to as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). If you are receiving government assistance, such as SNAP or CalFresh, and you are injured, you may be wondering, Will a personal injury settlement affect my food stamps? The short answer is that […]

Imagine driving along California’s sunny roads, minding your own business, when suddenly, you are in a rear-end accident. Getting rear-ended can be a stressful and confusing experience. And it can happen to anyone. So, what should you do if you find yourself in this unfortunate position? Nobody wants to be a car accident victim, but […]