Fired For Filing An FMLA Leave In California. What Should I Do?

Fired For Filing An FMLA Leave In California. What Should I Do?

Li - November 30, 2022

It is tough to care for oneself or a family member. You need to organize your doctor's visits, give yourself or someone else primary medical care, and manage the stress that comes with it. Employers must grant employees medical leave to manage their disabilities in accordance with federal and state law. Unfortunately, some employers will reject this request or fire an employee for filing one. Remember, not all employers respect their employee's labor law rights. That's why  Los Angeles Employment Law Attorneys  always have clients …

Are Car Manufacturers Liable For Accidents In Los Angeles?

Are Car Manufacturers Liable For Accidents In Los Angeles?

Li - November 28, 2022

While driver error and negligence are the most common causes of car accidents, defective parts and poor design are overlooked causes. For example, faulty brakes, gear shifts, and wipers can cause collisions, injuries, and death as much as a distracted driver. If a product fails and causes injuries, the manufacturer, product designer, or any party that caused that defect is liable for your emotional losses, financial experiences, and property damage. That said, how does that work? Who can you sue? How much can you get? Here's what our presc…

What Happens In California Disability Discrimination Lawsuits?

What Happens In California Disability Discrimination Lawsuits?

Li - November 26, 2022

Disabled employees are a "protected class" under  California employment law . What this means is that  employees cannot be discriminated against for the reason of their disabled status . Disabled employees cannot be refused to work, fired, suspended, have reduced pay, or denied accommodations. However, just because a law states disabled employees can't be discriminated against doesn't mean there aren't terrible employers who will do it anyway. When this happens, you have the option to sue your erring employer and claim da…

How Much Is Your California Plane Accident Claim Worth?

How Much Is Your California Plane Accident Claim Worth?

Li - November 23, 2022

When a negligent accident happens, the responsible parties are liable to pay you or a deceased loved one for the financial and emotional losses. However, most people opt to take an insurance payout even if it doesn't amount to the losses the beneficiaries experienced. If you don't know how much your claim is worth, you might end up accepting an unfair payout that doesn't compensate you for what you and your family have gone (and will go) through. That said, how can you tell you're being lowballed? How exactly are airplane accid…