I left my job to care for my terminal ill father. I applied for unemployment and put laid off.

If your resignation was for good cause then you have a chance. You will need to explain whether your "laid off" answer was an inadvertent mistake,...

What is the best approach to filing a motion to reconsider if case has been dismissed with prejudice?

Consider applying for relief from the dismissal under Code of Civil Procedure section 473(b), which provides: 473(b) The court may, upon any...

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Struck bg neglegent casino employeeswith cart used to empty cash from machines, causing back injury. How much do i ask for settl

Contact a personal injury attorney who can help you maximize the settlement value for the injuries you suffered. Settlement value will depend on...

An exempt employee (VP) not putting in nonworking hours.

Regarding timekeeping, you should not be charging her PTO for partial day absences of fewer than four hours in a workday. Conley v. Pacific Gas...

Waiting time penalties on final check?

You are supposed to be paid one day's wages for every day you have to wait for your final paycheck beyond 72 hours from a voluntary quit. The...

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Can a car insurance company sue me for being uninsured?

The insurance company can sue you to recover what they paid to settle a damages claim you are responsible for. Definitely ask for substantiation of...

When two companies are sued at the same time, but are represented by one attorney, how are settlements determined.

There are way too many variables to give you a reliable answer. It depends on the nature of the case, who is responsible and to what degree, and...

Personal injury attorney seeks advice with client

If you plan on regularly practicing injury/plaintiff's law in California consider joining Consumer Attorneys of California. CAOC has an excellent...

I've resided in my RSO building 18 yrs, I withheld rent and new owners filed a UD action only to dismiss their case - now what?

They may have discovered a defect in their UD action and dismissed without prejudice to correct the defect and re-file. You should hire a UD...

I wanted to fire my attorney but he reversed it on me and let me go. Now he wants to put a lien for more than I settle for

You should talk to your former attorney about resolving the lien. You should also consult with another attorney to be sure the first attorney has...