Federal Government Ends Mandatory Arbitration for Sexual Assault
As of March 3rd, the federal government has officially passed a law banning companies from requiring mandatory arbitration for sexual
What Fitbit Ionic Smartwatch Owners Should Know About the Recall
On March 2, 2022, Fitbit issued a recall on one of its popular smartwatch models due to injuries that many
Is Your Employer Cheating You on Taxes?
With tax season fast approaching, it’s time to think about your own tax bill. If you’re like most Americans, you
The Three Biggest False Advertising Scandals of the Past Decade
The modern world sometimes seems like it runs on marketing. Companies of all sizes are trying to get your attention
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Lawsuits?
You’ve probably heard the phrase “statute of limitations” before. However, it’s not immediately clear what a statute of limitations actually
What California’s New Medical Debt Collection Law Means for You
As of January 1st 2022, California’s new medical debt collection law is officially in force. Assembly Bill (AB) 1020 is
FTC Spam Rules for Telemarketers: What This Means for You
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the government body responsible for regulations about advertising, has approved new amendments to its Telemarketing
Four 2022 Models Most Likely To Be Lemons
Buying a new car is a significant investment for most people. If you’re considering making a car purchase sometime soon,
Surging Car Crash Deaths: Why the Pandemic Has Increased Fatal Accidents
The pandemic has affected every part of society, from how we work to how we spend our free time. It’s
“Subminimum” Wage Explained
It’s natural to assume that the “minimum” wage is just that: the least any employer in the country can pay
New State Employment Laws for 2022
2021 has been an incredible year for workers’ rights. Employees around the country and the world have realized that they
Take Control Over Your Credit Score Before the Holidays
The end of the year is well-known for being hard on your credit cards. It’s a time of high spending
The Five Most Common Holiday Injuries to Avoid
The holidays are upon us. That means different things for different people. It could mean great food, vacations with family,
ADA Rights Aren’t Negotiable: How to Claim Reasonable Workplace Accommodations
Americans have been fighting for equal rights for decades. One of the most recent battles is also the most ignored:
Good Samaritan Laws: Are Helpers Liable for Injuries?
You probably know someone with a story about how they had a medical emergency, and a stranger stepped up to
What Makes a Product Defective?
It’s a common experience. You buy something that you expect to be a good investment, but when you get it
Are Bars Responsible for the Actions of Their Patrons?
If there’s one thing that’s more likely to cause someone to hurt another person, it’s alcohol. Drinking is well-known for
Is Your Food Lying To You? Lawsuits over “Misleading” Food Labels on the Rise
If there’s one thing that you’d want to be labeled correctly, it’s your food. The US has some of the
Study Shows Half of All LGBTQA+ Workers Face Job Discrimination
The LGBTQA+ community has made considerable strides in the past decade. Gay marriage was only legalized in 2016. More recently,
Workplace Harassment Affects Everyone
When cases of workplace harassment make the news, most of the attention is focused on the most prominent victims. People
Wage Theft Now a Crime
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 1003 into law, officially designating wage theft as grand theft in a major
DFEH Takes Steps to Protect Riot Games Workers from Retaliation
It’s been a hard month for California video game mega-corporations. It’s not just Activision Blizzard that’s being investigated regarding workers’
