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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...
Employees in California have very specific protections that they can count on during their course of employment. While this is an at-will employment state, employees are protected against wrongful termination. At-will employment means that employers can terminate an...
California labor laws provide specific requirements that employers must follow for their employees. One of these is that they are required to provide meal breaks for employees so the workers have the opportunity to eat during their shift. Employers and employees...
Remote work has become a permanent fixture for many employees across different industries. While the flexibility can be appealing, working from home comes with important responsibilities and potential legal concerns under employment law. From how employees are...
If you’ve been injured because of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to pursue a personal injury claim. This can help you recover losses tied to both your physical recovery and the impact the injury has had on your daily life. Here are some of the main types...