Can You Settle a Workers’ Comp Claim Without a Lawyer? – The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc.
Can You Settle a Workers’ Comp Claim Without a Lawyer? cartwrightlaw – September 6, 2024 – When you’re injured on the job, your immediate concern is often how you’re going to manage your finances while you recover. Workers’ compensation is there to support you during this tough time, but the process can be daunting. You […]
read moreYour Rights After Workplace Violence Injuries
Workplace violence is becoming increasingly common in California. Workplace violence, usually in the form of physical violence or the threat of the same, creates a risk to the health and safety of one or more firm employees. The violence does not have to be the act of an employee of the company but can be […]
read moreWhat is California’s Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress?
In California, you can legally claim the intentional infliction of emotional distress (IIED). You could have a case if the defendant’s outrageous conduct causes you emotional distress. The behavior must have been done intentionally or with complete disregard for how it would affect you. These cases usually involve an employer emotionally abusing an employee. With […]
read moreWorkers’ Compensation 90-Day Rule: What You Need to Know – The Cartwright Law Firm, Inc.
Workers’ Compensation 90-Day Rule: What You Need to Know cartwrightlaw – September 25, 2024 – If you’ve been injured at your job, dealing with a workers’ compensation process can feel challenging, especially when it comes to specific regulations like the 90-day rule. This guideline is a key aspect of labor law that can significantly impact […]
read moreOffice Workers Can Expect Changes to Their Workplace
The Cartwright Law Firm believes that everyone should have a healthy and safe working environment. Employers should closely follow all recommended measures, and if you believe your employer is putting you at unnecessary risk of exposure, you should report the problem. If your employer refuses to address the matter or make changes, speak with a […]
read morePaid Sick Leave for Many San Francisco Employees
In April, Mayor London Breed signed a new ordinance into law, providing paid sick leave for certain employees in the Bay Area for reasons relating to COVID-19. The Public Health Emergency Leave Ordinance (PHELO) went into effect immediately and is intended to strengthen employee rights beyond those set by the federal Families First Coronavirus Response […]
read moreWhat are the Employment Laws for breaks in San Francisco?
California employment laws require that all employers allow their employees to take breaks throughout their shifts. Every employee is entitled to a 10-minute break after every four hours of work. An employee who is scheduled to work more than five hours is entitled to a meal break of at least 30 minutes. This is a […]
read moreWhat do the main Employment Laws cover?
Employment law covers a diverse set of employee rights. In America, employers are prohibited from mistreating employees. Examples of mistreatment include denial of pay or benefits and employment discrimination. When employers subject employees to these types of mistreatment, employees have the right to seek legal counsel, protest the unlawful actions, and, when necessary, file a […]
read moreIf My Employer Doesn’t Pay Me, What Can I Do?
As an employee in the state of California, you are entitled to the salary you work for on a regular basis. Unfortunately, some employers do not feel the need to fairly compensate their employees, and in failing to pay the wages they owe, they are in violation of both state and federal laws. If you […]
read moreEmployment Law: Silicon Valley’s Startling Statistics Raise Red Flags
If you haven’t heard the latest employment law news yet, Google recently released its workforce diversity data. We’ll save you the click: it wasn’t that great. As one of the leading technology companies in the entire world, only 30% of its employees are women. Furthermore, 61% of its employees identify as white, 30% identify as […]
read moreEmployment Law: What Does It Mean to You?
What do we mean when we talk about Employment Law? As plaintiff attorneys, we represent people who have lost their jobs, or found themselves being treated in ways that are clearly illegal by management or another employee at their workplace. We fight to help you get compensation as a victim of such acts as: Employment […]
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