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It can be frustrating than trying to have something built for you in California and having it come crashing down around your ears. Whether due to a design flaw or an issue with the construction, construction defects can lead to legal liability for those involved....
Employees in California have reduced privacy at work, but they are still entitled to certain privacy rights. Even though it may seem like your computer and your desk at work are your own private zones, the fact is that your employer likely has the right to search or...
A wrongful termination can be a painful experience. Unfortunately, in Long Beach, not all firings are equal. Some are wrongful and illegal, leaving you feeling like a victim. What defines wrongful termination, and how can you protect yourself when it happens to you?...
Did you know that pregnant women are protected from employment discrimination under federal law? This means that employers cannot treat pregnant employees differently than any other employees. It's important to understand your rights as a pregnant employee so that you...
Bullying is an ongoing issue throughout California. What may be surprising is that it not only happens at school and on playgrounds, but also in the workspace. Bullying is disruptive to a cohesive work environment. When your boss is the bully, life at work can get...
Discrimination or harassment at work has many negative effects, including creating a hostile work environment, job loss and decreased productivity. Unfortunately, discrimination and harassment in the workplace happen all too often. How does work harassment occur? One...
Cases of workplace harassment in California are a serious problem for workers. Workers who file complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission face a difficult set of barriers to prove their case, but the continuing violation doctrine can help them to...
If you have not been paid the wages you're owed, or if your hours have been cut without proper notice in California, you may have a wage/hour claim. In order to make a successful claim, it is important to have the right documents to support your case. Your employment...
Employers in California and throughout the country are required to take steps to prevent a workplace from turning hostile. Generally speaking, a hostile workplace is one in which a person is unable to focus on their work because a colleague or manager engages in...
When someone hires a contractor to build a new home, they do so with a reasonable expectation of quality. Construction defects might lead to costly repairs and concerns about the property’s safety. Certain defects may lead to a California property becoming condemned....