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FAQs about the Paid Family Leave Benefit Extension in California
Having a child is a joyous time but it can also raise a lot of logistical questions that can cause some anxiety. Your simple life is suddenly going to revolve around doctors’ appointments, baby-proofing…
Crushing Injuries Related to Vehicle Collisions
The range of injuries that can be expected when you become involved in a car accident is vast. A typical crash includes many of the following injuries including, broken bones, bruises, cuts, whiplash, and…
What Are Wage and Hour Violations?
Every state has laws designed to ensure a fair day’s wage for a fair day’s pay. Not surprising, every state also has employers who will break the rules, causing employees to suffer economic hardship…
When Is a Broker or Shipper Liable for a Truck Accident?
When you become the victim of a trucking accident, you will have a long road ahead of you when it comes to recovering. The size and power of large commercial vehicles is enough to…
Six Attorneys Recognized Among The Best Lawyers in America 2021
Partners John McNicholas, Patrick McNicholas and Matthew McNicholas, and Senior Lawyers Courtney McNicholas, Douglas S. Winter and Juan Victoria were selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2021 list for their work…
UPDATE: California Court Says Uber & Lyft Drivers Are Employees, Not Contractors
On August 10, 2020, the San Francisco Superior Court sided with California drivers, saying Uber and Lyft must classify those drivers as employees. Per Market Watch, “Judge Ethan Schulman of the California Superior Court…
Wrongful Termination May Not Be What You Think It Is
Losing your job is never easy. If you are laid off or let go due to downsizing or the company’s financial woes, chances are that you will be met with a level of compassion…
There Is No Such Thing as a Safe Autonomous Vehicle
Autonomous vehicles began as concept cars, highlighting the type of futuristic technology that car companies like showing off. The difference is that while many concept vehicles never make it onto the road, self-driving cars…
Should the 40 Hour Work Week Be a Thing of the Past?
Anyone who has worked the standard 9-to-5 grind every day has probably daydreamed about a four-day work week. While there are certainly advantages to implementing that plan, such as improving health and overall happiness…