Ensuring a Safe Work Environment All workers in the Golden State are entitled to healthy and safe work environments. The state of California has a division dedicated to ensuring the safety of workers called the Division of Occupational Safety and Health. If you feel your workplace is hazardous to your employees, you should contact CalOSHA.…
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Have You Been Wrongfully Terminated? An employee may recover monetary damages against a California employer who wrongfully terminates them. Wrongful termination damages may include lost wages and benefits, emotional distress, loss of professional reputation, attorney fees, and punitive damages in some cases. Your specific damages depend on the losses you have incurred due to your…
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What Is the Statute of Limitations for Employment Law Cases in California? You have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit against your employer. You have between one and three years to file a complaint with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) for most types of claims. There are some…
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The average wrongful termination settlement is $40,000, according to the EEOC. Up to 10% of wrongful termination cases result in a $1 million settlement. However, because each wrongful discharge case is so unique, there is no guaranteed settlement amount. Many factors determine how much your wrongful termination case is worth. What Damages Can I Get…
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To prove wrongful termination, an employee must show there was an employment relationship that was terminated by the employer for an illegal reason and that the discharge caused the employee harm. If you were wrongfully terminated by an employer in California, it can be difficult to prove your employer’s actions were illegal. However, once you…
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Are Employment Lawyers Free if You Don’t Win? The answers to these questions depend on several things, but it’s crucial to know that no upfront costs are involved in filing a claim, but one thing is for certain, they are not free. An employment lawyer in California might be invaluable if you’ve been the victim…
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One possible response to workplace discrimination is to sue the offending company. Employees might benefit from the counsel of an attorney specializing in discrimination law during this sometimes challenging procedure. Contrary to popular belief, however, suing your employer in California for discrimination requires you to follow additional measures before filing a lawsuit. How to File…
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Certain oversights may ruin wrongful termination claims. Many laid-off workers in the Golden State of California believe they were unfairly fired. Most terminated workers in Los Angeles and across California make terrible errors soon after being let go, even though your termination may constitute wrongful dismissal, and it’s important to prepare for a prospective lawsuit…
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What Qualifies as Wrongful Termination in California? Wrongful termination in California happens when an employee is fired for an illegal reason, such as discrimination, retaliation, or breach of contract. If you are wrongfully terminated, you may be able to sue your employer and recover damages. Additionally, your employer may have to pay extra penalties and…
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Varies by Region California minimum wage law is complex. There has been a consistent trend of minimum wage increase in California over the past several years. The actual minimum wage rate depends on the size of employers as well as geographic location, as many cities and counties have a different rate than the rest of…
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Due Diligence Before you hire an attorney, you should make sure they are the best fit for you. Many people end up being unhappy with their legal advisor because they simply didn’t take the time for a proper interview with a few quick questions. Why Should I Ask Questions Before I Hire a Lawyer? You…
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Hiring an employment law attorney to negotiate your employment arbitration agreement is one of the best ways to avoid a lengthy and expensive arbitration process.
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