By Darren G. Mayers, Esq. California is often heralded for being one of the few states where one can go swimming at the beach, go skiing on a mountain, go camping under the stars in the desert, and eat at a 5-star restaurant all within hours on the same day. This is...
By Jaimee K. Wellerstein, Esq. and Michael J. Bruskin, Esq. On October 4, 2023, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 616 authorizing the expansion of California’s Paid Sick Leave law, the Healthy Workers Healthy Families Act of 2014. The new bill includes notable...
By Mellania E. Safarian, Esq. Odd and strange lawsuits are filed all the time. It is estimated that over 40 million lawsuits are filed every year in the United States. Of these, approximately 4.4 million cases are filed in the superior courts of California. The United...
By Angela Rossi, Esq. Every California Driver is required to have automobile insurance. However, auto insurance policies and coverages may differ. Thus, it is important that you check your policy to learn the details of each coverage and to determine which coverages...
By Darren P. Salute, Esq. September 4, 2023, is Labor Day, which traditionally signals the end of summer. That means it is most likely the last time thousands of families will have a chance to vacation together this year. Many will travel to their destinations by air....
By Jaimee K. Wellerstein, Esq. On July 17, 2023, the California Supreme Court issued its long-awaited ruling in Adolph v. Uber Technologies, Inc. (Supreme Court Case No. S274671), holding that a Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) plaintiff retains standing to...
By Lily Nhan, Esq. This past July 4th was Earth’s hottest day on record since 1979, reaching the global average temperature of 62.92 degrees Fahrenheit. Currently, European countries like Spain, Greece, and Italy are being gripped by a deadly heatwave named...
By Royce Y. Huang, Esq. It is only fitting that the month of June is also known as Fireworks Safety Month, with the Fourth of July just around the corner. Whether it is Independence Day or a special event, it is crucial that we understand the laws and legal...
By Mark Kiefer, Esq. It is that time of year when the intrepid come out of winter hibernation and declare that it is time they get some exercise! It is all well and good until Joey enrolls in a martial arts class only to get his block knocked off like a Rock’em...
By Brian Lee, Esq. Sexual assault is broadly defined in state and federal laws as subjecting a person to any unwanted or nonconsensual sexual contact. On March 31, 2023, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. proclaimed April 2023 as National Sexual Assault Awareness and...
