Recent Blog Posts
How Many Different Kinds of Employment Are There?
There are many ways to define and classify employees. An employer may also hire an independent contractor (who’s not an employee) to perform work. How you’re labeled can impact your pay and benefits, and it’s common for employers to misclassify their workforce, either intentionally or mistakenly. If your position has one of these labels,… Read More »
What are the Consequences of a Successful Wrongful Termination Case?
If you successfully sue a former employer, depending on the type of case and your circumstances, the award could be substantial. Much of this is driven by how blatantly illegal the employer’s acts were, how much in pay and benefits you lost, and the pain and suffering you endured as a result. If you… Read More »
Employment Agencies Can Illegally Discriminate Too
Many workers find jobs through employment agencies. They may act as an outsourced human resources department to fill jobs. That critical role in the hiring process is covered by state and federal anti-discrimination laws, so a business need not employ someone to be liable under the law. They can be an employment agency helping… Read More »
California Right to Disconnect Proposed Law
Is your employer driving you crazy with weekend and late-night phone calls, texts, and emails? Do you feel like you never truly leave work, no matter where you go or what time it is? If so, you’re not alone. There’s a bill pending in the California legislature proposing limits on employer contacts, but it’s… Read More »
Is My Employment Arbitration Agreement Binding?
An arbitration agreement can severely restrict what you can do after your employer violates your workplace rights. Federal law covering these agreements is generally interpreted very broadly, making it difficult for employees and ex-employees to prevent their enforcement. Just because such an agreement binds you doesn’t necessarily mean you cannot enforce your rights. If… Read More »
Are Mandatory Retirement Ages Legal?
👴🏼 Are Mandatory Retirement Ages Legal? Quick Facts You Need to Know 🧠 Forced retirement due to age is illegal under both California & federal law—with rare exceptions. 🛑 You can’t be forced to retire just for turning 65 or 70—that’s age discrimination. 🏢 Federal law (ADEA) protects workers 40+ in companies with 20+… Read More »
Can My Personal Injury Settlement be Garnished?
Your settlement may or may not be garnished depending on what type of debt or obligation you have and how you handle that money. There’s no “hard and fast” rule for this situation. Some of our clients receive substantial settlements, and they should engage in financial planning to make the most of their money…. Read More »
Legal Issues for Employees Working from Home
Working from home was unusual before the COVID-19 pandemic. During it, work-from-home policies were necessary if “non-essential” businesses and organizations wanted to survive. The COVID-19 threat has largely passed, and we’re in a new phase of office work. Federal and California laws impact all workplaces, whether that’s an office in a multi-story building or… Read More »
Can I Claim Whiplash as a Passenger?
Passengers injured in vehicle accidents may be able to seek compensation for their injuries, including whiplash. Depending on the situation, reaching a settlement or a jury verdict may be easier because you weren’t driving one of the vehicles. MJB Law Group’s Tustin car accident lawyers provide our car accident clients with effective, empathetic, and… Read More »
California Pregnancy Discrimination Law
There are state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination against pregnant job applicants and employees. Before these laws were enacted, a woman could be fired or refused a promotion due to her pregnancy. An employer could openly state a pregnant woman wouldn’t be hired. Although these laws are sometimes violated, they’re a big step… Read More »