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Top 5 Laws of the Department of Labor
Employment laws protect employees from unjust treatment in the workplace. In the United States, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is the
3 Signs of Employee Exempt Status Misclassification
California workers are categorized as either exempt or non-exempt employees. State employment law requires employers to follow certain requirements regarding minimum wage,
The National Trial Lawyers Announces the Re-Selection of Rodney Mesriani as a Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyer in California After One Year
For Immediate Release The National Trial Lawyers is pleased to announce that Rodney Mesriani of Mesriani Law Group in Santa Monica has
What is Minimum Wage Violation in California?
Most states have a minimum wage law that dictates the lowest amount that an employee can be paid on a per hour
Former Employee Sues Sriracha For Unpaid Wages
An Irwindale company that produces Sriracha hot sauce is being sued by former and current employees for failure to pay all hours
What You Should Know About California Sick Leave Law
Flu season is here. And while you can get sick anytime during the year, seasonal influenza (flu) viruses are most common during
Palos Verdes Resort Sued For Racial Discrimination
Craig Bruss sues Terranea Resort for wrongful termination, retaliation, racial discrimination and harassment, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and negligent hiring, supervision,
Woman Sues Former Employer After Getting Fired For Getting Covid-19
Priscilla Perez filed a lawsuit against her former employer, One Perfect Choice, claiming she was fired after testing positive for COVID-19. Her
What is Military or Veteran Status Discrimination?
Our service members make great sacrifices to ensure our freedom. They put their lives on the line to protect our country and
Does California Provide Job Protection Leave to New Parents?
Being a new parent is a tough job. And having to worry about taking time off from work makes it even more
What Protections Do the Fair Employment and Housing Department Provide
Everyone should have a fair chance at getting a job or the opportunity to reach their career goals. Unfortunately, sometimes employers discriminate
2 Killed in 57-Freeway Crash in Pomona
An SUV crashed into a parked big rig on the 57 Freeway in Pomona. The crash happened at around 3:30 in the
What You Should Know About Religious Discrimination in California
Everyone should have a right to their own set of religious beliefs or practices. Unfortunately, some people do not respect the different
Long Beach Hit-And-Run Victim Dies Weeks Later
Leonard Smith, a 74-yer old Long Beach resident, was a victim of a hit-and-run crash in August. The incident happened along Martin
Who’s at Fault for Causing Road Hazard Injuries?
Road hazards can cause your car to lose control and ultimately cause a serious or life-threatening accident. Although you may be the
What Breast-Feeding Rights Do I Have at Work?
Breast-feeding discrimination against new mothers is not only hurtful but in California, it’s also illegal. Many people who face discrimination at work
Things You Should Know About a Contingency Fee Attorney
Many people in Los Angeles are afraid to hire an attorney because they feel they don’t have the means to pay out
Which Employees Are Protected from Political Activity Retaliation?
California has laws that protect employees from retaliation based on political activity. Labor Code §§ 1101 and 1102 specifically prohibit employers from
Does California Law Protect Employees from Political Affiliation Discrimination at Work?
During election season, political discussions can get extremely heated. In today’s political climate, while expressing your political views at a family dinner
3 Commonly Asked Questions About Politics at Work
During election season, it’s hard to avoid hearing about campaigns, elections, and other politically related topics. But, how does affect you at