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California’s Maternity Leave and New Parent Leave Act
In many states, new parents will need to rely on the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act in order to obtain time off work for their adjustments as new parents. In California, however, laws regarding pregnancy and parental leave are among the greatest in the nation. California’s New Parent Leave Act Starting this year,… Read More »
Premises Liability Defense for Restaurant Owners
Restaurants are, by their very nature, filled with potential risks of injury. Like many other establishments, restaurant owners and managers are expected to observe safety guidelines and regulations and warn their employees and guests of potential hazards. Accidents, however, can happen at any time and a restaurant guest can suffer serious injuries despite restaurant… Read More »
Taking a Proactive Approach to Your Defense Against a Premises Liability Lawsuit
Premises liability lawsuits are common in the State of California. Even with the utmost care and due diligence in ensuring safety, accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. When an accident happens, it is likely the accident victim will file a premises liability lawsuit in effort of winning damages for their grievance…. Read More »
Different Types of Employment Harassment and How to Defend Your Rights as an Employer
There are many different forms of workplace harassment. With the many different interpretations, it could be difficult for even HR personnel to easily identify the signs. With careful understanding, however, workers can identify the most common forms of workplace discrimination, which could help to minimize the persecution. Discriminatory Harassment Every form of workplace discrimination… Read More »
California Dog Bite Law: Dangerous Propensity Dogs
When a person suffers a dog bite, the event can result in very traumatic, serious and permanent injuries. There are multiple reported deaths that occur every year as a result of vicious dog bites and attacks. Quite often, the canine bite will result in damage to the victim’s nerves and muscle tissues, permanent scarring,… Read More »
Big Rig Disasters Caused by Tire Malfunction
When a tire explodes on a highway, the debris can be scattered across the road. In many cases, shards of rubber from the erupted tire can fly into oncoming traffic, which can cause catastrophic accidents or injuries. In addition to the leftover debris, there are other hazards that could be caused by a big… Read More »
Medical Malpractice Cases in California: Understanding Prenatal Negligence
Prenatal care provided by health care specialists such as obstetricians and midwives is intended to ensure that pregnant women have the healthiest and safest delivery possible. Prenatal care, when done effectively, can be one of the most important reasons behind a healthy baby and a successful delivery. Effective and up-to-standard prenatal medical care involves… Read More »
How to Determine When an Attorney is Responsible for a Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Breach of fiduciary duty is often confused with legal malpractice. A breach of fiduciary duty and legal malpractice both fall under the capacity of tort law. A breach of fiduciary duty, however, is not the same as an attorney committing a legal malpractice or other form of professional negligence. Importantly, where a claimant asserts… Read More »
Child Custody Cases in California: Frequently Asked Questions
When parents cannot agree to the terms of a child’s custody or visitation, the parents may choose to go to court and have a judge provide a temporary order. A court order on child custody is based on the “best interests of the child” which is determined based on various enumerated factors under the… Read More »
File a Wage and Hour Complaint in the State of California
In California, an employee can enforce his or her wage and hour rights by filing a complaint through the California Superior Court, Federal District Court, or directly with the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement depending on various circumstances including the type of claims being asserted and whether there is an employment arbitration agreement. The… Read More »