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While most people understand that businesses have the right to restructure or downsize, few realize there are hidden rules that protect workers from unfair dismissals. What seems like a routine layoff can sometimes mask deeper issues, and that’s where things get...
Distracted driving has become a safety scourge on modern roads. Far too many people struggle to put their phones down in traffic. They may then cause completely preventable crashes because they divide their attention instead of focusing on the road. There are certain...
California workers enjoy robust employment protections that are denied to workers in many other states. California laws are designed to protect workers from illegal discrimination and acts that could affect their jobs. But these protections are not available to all...
You recently got a minimum wage job in California. You expected to be paid $16.50 per hour. Even that is going to be difficult on your budget. The cost of living is very high in California, so simply paying the rent is a much greater expense than it would be in other...
Misclassifying people as independent contractors when they’re truly employees is something that employers often do. It’s sometimes in an effort to save money and other times because they don’t know the difference. Employees in California receive a host of benefits,...
Hourly workers get paid based on the hours of work they perform. They have a right to pay for all time worked and may sometimes have the right to overtime wages. If employees work more than 40 hours per week, that might make them eligible for 150% of their standard...
Many employers think that by using artificial intelligence (AI) tools in their recruitment and hiring processes, they reduce the chances of discrimination. It makes sense that by eliminating the role of humans, at least in the early stages, they’d also eliminate human...
When someone is injured, the damage goes far beyond just hospital bills or property repairs. Physical pain, emotional distress and the loss of enjoyment in daily life can weigh just as heavily as any financial burden. These invisible wounds are often grouped under the...
Car crashes are stressful, unpredictable and often emotionally overwhelming. In the chaos that follows, many people feel compelled to apologize or take the blame, even when they are unsure of what happened. But admitting fault too soon in California can seriously...
Office jobs may not seem dangerous, but hazards still exist. Poor lighting, blocked exits, unstable furniture and even threats of violence can create serious risks. California law requires all employers, including office-based businesses, to protect their workers...