Dog bites can cause serious injuries and are incredibly painful. While you may be an animal lover, the truth is that sometimes even well-trained dogs can act aggressively. California dog owners have a legal duty to prevent their dogs from biting. However, if you are...
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Next steps after filing a discrimination claim
Discrimination can be an awful thing to experience. No matter what type of discrimination you have faced, the situation can leave you with a wide range of emotions, including sadness, anger and worthlessness. Many victims of workplace discrimination are even afraid to...
How many breaks should I be getting at work?
The recent worker shortage has left many California employers struggling to fill positions. When employers are short-staffed, they may try to make up for it by denying breaks or meal periods to their current employees. Your employer may request that you work longer...
How traumatic brain injuries affect people
The brain is one of the most important body parts and controls most aspects of people’s bodies and minds. It directs all the body parts to perform their various functions. It also allows people to think about different topics, process information, control mood and...
What to know about dogs who bite
With pet ownership comes significant responsibility. Owners are required to ensure that their dogs are within their control at all times. When they fall short, serious injuries can happen to anyone in close proximity. Dogs bite for a variety of reasons. Fear and...
Bringing a claim under the Jones Act
California residents working in the maritime industry know their jobs can be risky and even dangerous at times. Many things can cause a maritime accident, and the results can be devastating to workers and their families. An injured maritime worker could bring a claim...
Recovering from pedestrian accidents
Pedestrian accidents are a serious problem with significant consequences. Each year, nearly 900 pedestrians are killed in California and over 6,500 pedestrians are killed across the United States. When injured as a pedestrian, you may face significant injury and...
A nursing mother’s right to express breastmilk at work
Many new mothers choose to breastfeed their infants while on maternity leave. The nutrition their infant receives from breastmilk is important to them. Nursing mothers want their infant to continue receiving this nourishment when they return to work after maternity...
Opioid car crashes down, but drugged driving remains a problem
The opioid epidemic in our nation is still a significant issue, but there is good news. Efforts to mitigate opioid use have led to fewer car crashes caused by drugged driving. Opioid drugged driving crashes decline Research has demonstrated that motorists taking...
Many things can be considered sexual harassment at work
Most California residents know that sexual harassment at work is illegal. However, sexual harassment means more than just unwanted sexual advances. Physical, verbal or visual unwanted sexual advances are considered sexual harassment. What you may not know is that the...