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Employment Law
COVID-19 Employee Rights Lawyers As cities and states around the U.S. opened their economies back up amid the coronavirus pandemic, many businesses brought employees back to work, back under the same roof in close quarters with other employees and customers. And, many essential employees, who have been working in precarious situations throughout the pandemic, continue […]
Consumer Rights
Retail for two decades has been trending online from brick-and-mortar storefronts. The high-speed internet surge and smartphone revolution caters to a digital bazaar that lets consumers globe trot for goods without leaving their couch. Moreover, the pandemic has driven people indoors and forced them to shop even more on the internet. Credit cards are the […]
Consumer Rights
If you only use your credit cards in California, you shouldn’t have any foreign transaction fees. But what happens if you take your credit card to a U.S. territory that is off the mainland? You may be surprised to find out that some credit card companies charge foreign transaction fees even when you pay in […]
Consumer Rights
Those who are applying for a loan or credit card in California know the importance of having a high credit score and a clean credit report. Among other things, your credit report shows the places you have resided, the amount of debt you have and if you pay your bills on time. Companies can use […]
Consumer Rights
You can spend years building up a high credit score that makes it easy for you to apply for loans and mortgages. Unfortunately, a single mistake or a false charge can bring your credit score down 200 points or more. What can you do if your credit score suddenly drops in the state of California? […]
Employment Law
Women all over California have experienced sexual harassment in the workplace. While most forms of sexual harassment are obvious, some forms are more subtle; sexual harassment can be so subtle that the woman might find herself wondering if her manager was hitting on her or just being polite. Here are some of the reasons why […]
Consumer Rights
Many people don’t take the time to think about what’s listed on their credit report until they’re applying for a loan, a mortgage or a new vehicle. However, the information found on a credit report might make doing those things nearly impossible. Consumers in California should be informed of their consumer rights and know-how to […]
Employment Law
If an individual in California is subjected to sexual harassment in the workplace, their first instinct might be to file a lawsuit. But before they take the matter to court, they’ll need to gather crucial evidence to prove that the harassment took place. Otherwise, their case might be dismissed. Here’s what people need to launch […]
Consumer Rights
One of the biggest hassles facing consumers in California is attempting to fix a mistake on their credit reports. Consumers have complained about error-filled credit reports for years. But credit agencies have not done much to prevent errors or simplify the process for fixing them. Consumer rights advocates point out that the number of errors […]
Consumer Rights
According to a Federal Trade Commission study, roughly 20% of Americans have errors on their credit reports. An error on your credit report may result in a lower credit score, which could make it harder to convince California lenders to approve a loan application. Take a look at the errors that tend to show up […]
Consumer Rights
In March and April, when the coronavirus really began spreading throughout the United States, many Californians rushed to the store to stock up on essentials: hand sanitizer, hand soap, paper towels and toilet paper. N95 masks were nearly impossible to find for those who really needed or wanted them. While supplies were low, however, California […]
Employment Law
With many nonessential businesses now closed in California, many office employees have yet to return to work amid the COVID-19 pandemic. At some point, when offices do reopen, work life still will be different. What can employees expect once they need to return to the office? Will you have to return if you have a […]
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