We Fight Against Injustice – Wherever It May Arise
WE FIGHT AGAINST INJUSTICE – WHEREVER IT MAY ARISE
Defective products often lead to class action lawsuits. Multiple people may be injured by the same product, and they work together to seek compensation. Having a multitude of claims helps to demonstrate that there is a genuine issue and a danger to consumers. That...
In California, the law gives you the right to choose your pronouns as you wish. You are totally free to request that people refer to you as he, she or they. You also have the right to change your name and to request others to call you by it. That does not mean that...
During a court matter, people must rely on the objectivity and professionalism of the others involved. Defendants need the judge and jury to have an open-minded approach to the case. They rely on having a lawyer who is supportive. Pursuing justice requires the...
In many cases, an employer can legally reduce an employee's pay. The employee may understandably feel frustrated by this change. They may have expected to be paid a higher rate and perhaps only accepted the job because of the original compensation. A pay reduction can...
Age discrimination can be insidious and difficult to detect, but it can happen in the fast-paced California tech industry. Despite strong employment laws to protect workers from bias, older employees often face challenges that younger colleagues do not. Recognizing...
In some ways, getting laid off can be even more frustrating than getting fired. If you get fired for cause, your boss at least believes that you did something to warrant it. But if you get laid off, you may have been an exemplary employee for years. The company simply...
The glass ceiling concept refers to the invisible barrier that prevents certain employees—often women and minority groups—from advancing into leadership roles or higher levels of management. Employees who experience this phenomenon are not considered for promotions...
Toxic PFAS- “forever chemicals” (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances)- have made headlines recently for being ubiquitous, persistent, and toxic. Evidence suggests associations between exposure to PFAS and health effects such as: Lowered male fertility Lowered women’s...
In California’s current economy, finding a good job is challenging under most circumstances. However, things can be even worse for those that face employment discrimination. It can lead to unfair wages, lack of promotions or even wrongful termination. Overall, it’s...
If you are a working parent, then you have probably heard of FMLA. FMLA is the Family and Medical Leave Act, a law that gives employees the right to take unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons. Understanding this law and your rights can help you make...