Fighting back against annoying robocalls
There are certain challenges and inconveniences of life in the modern world that would have been inconceivable 100 years ago,
When shopping online, read the privacy policy
Too often when we’re shopping online, we don’t even think about the seller’s privacy policy. It looks like gobbledygook to
Online shopping scams lead to consumer fraud
As people switch to online shopping because of its convenience, it’s easy to forget that not every website visited is
Cellphone use still common on California roadways
Though it has been illegal to use a hand-held phone in California for the last 10 years, the percentage of
Hidden injuries caused by car accidents
Southern California is experiencing a slew of high-profile car accidents between rapper Soulja Boy in a severe crash and several
Do you know if they are recording the call?
You receive a call from a company – a creditor or collections agent, perhaps. In most of these calls, they
When might plaintiffs reasonably pursue a class action lawsuit?
Personal-injury litigation has often been characterized as formalized battle. And for good reason. It can especially seem that way for
Sexual harassment changes may be coming to Congress
In the wake of the #MeToo movement and increased scrutiny for sexual harassment, the U.S. Congress has decided to act.
Sexual harassment remains an issue for flight attendants
Flight attendants are at a major risk of sexual harassment in the workplace. According to the Association of Flight Attendants,
Women leadership and sexual harassment in the workplace
To anyone in the workforce at any level who is paying attention, it is obvious that gender politics play an
What is “new”? What is an “authorized Dealer?” Avoid craigslist scams.
Retailers are selling their products on craigslist with increasing frequency. More than ever before, buyers can find deep discounts on
New law protects consumers from hidden automatic renewals
It’s one of the easiest ways to accidentally spend money – start a free trial of a service, then forget
Governor signs new protections against sexual harassment at work
California Governor Jerry Brown recently signed several pieces of legislation to protect workers from sexual harassment and help sexual assault
Fighting For Women’s Rights In The Workplace
For many years, women in the American workforce have simply accepted lower wages for the same work as their male
People with disabilities have rights in the workplace
For many years in our country, people with disabilities have struggled in the workplace. If you had a physical, mental
How can you defend your rights against Kickstarter scams?
Kickstarter has become a popular method for inventors, artists and others to obtain funds for their projects. As consumers, Kickstarter
Is that amazing online vacation rate for real? Probably not.
Many of us use third-party booking websites to secure the accommodations for vacation and work-related travel. The fact that there
Consumers in California: What Are Your Privacy Rights?
Privacy is an important value for people throughout our country. Californians are particularly adamant in holding up privacy as an
What to do when the warranty expires on poor vehicle repairs
A Recent Story According to NBC News online, a woman purchased a vehicle. When the driver’s seat in the vehicle
Rules for political robocalls are routinely ignored
California has no-nonsense rules for political robocalls. The California Public Utilities Code states that robocalls must begin with a real
Can you be fired for something you posted online?
Many of us consider Facebook and other forms of social media to be critical avenues for self-expression. We use these
Protecting yourself against credit reporting errors
It has happened to many people and it has probably happened to you: You check your credit score and the
