From our offices in Encino, we serve clients throughout Southern California.
The winter holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it also brings an increase in serious car crashes, even here in Southern California. Although snow, ice and other winter related weather issues are generally not a problem, the holiday season brings...
Some workers are eager to put in overtime. They want to optimize their income and are happy to sacrifice time off for additional pay. Others desperately want to spend time with their families or take care of personal matters. It can be difficult to achieve those goals...
California has many robust and unique employment statutes. Workers throughout the state benefit from rules that are much more extensive and protective than federal standards and rules in other jurisdictions. All professionals have baseline protection from employer...
California has some of the strongest employment laws in the country. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean that every workplace is safe or respectful. A hostile work environment can take a serious toll on your mental health, job performance and career trajectory. It's...
If you see someone texting and driving, they are a distracted driver. Every day, accidents happen because of distracted driving. It leads to a multitude of mistakes, such as drivers drifting out of their lane, rear-ending vehicles that slow down ahead of them or...
Yes, you can legally work a 12-hour shift in California. However, your employer must follow very specific state rules that protect you from being overworked or underpaid. These protections separate a lawful long shift from an unlawful one, and they focus on when you...
California law offers workers a variety of protections that go above what’s required by federal law. One of these is the requirement for employers to give employees time to eat a meal during their shift if they meet specific requirements. Most meal breaks are unpaid...
Promotion opportunities are often key to employees staying motivated and committed to their jobs. When you’ve consistently delivered strong results and have the skills to take on more responsibility, it’s only natural to expect recognition in the form of career...
Potential whistleblowers may be tempted to turn to artificial intelligence for help in gathering evidence or organizing their thoughts. But relying on AI can inspire unintended consequences that may jeopardize their legal protections and personal safety. Ultimately,...
Losing a child is every parent’s worst nightmare. When that loss occurs in a car accident, especially one involving reckless or drunk driving, it can leave behind unimaginable pain. For parents who were in the vehicle during the tragedy, the emotional scars can run...