That's a bit steep if by "pre lit" and "litigation" you mean before and after the filing of a complaint. It is more typical to have an increase...

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In Los Angeles, are employers required to provide sick leave?

This is a confusing area of the law. In addition to FMLA leave, California has its own version of the FMLA entitled the California family Rights...

I agree with my colleagues generally. However, there are recent cases in which courts have upheld waivers of FLSA claims in instances in which the...

The answer may depend on the state you live in. Some states (such as California) recognize a concept called "compelled self-publication." Under...

Do I need to consult an attorney? Workplace harrassment retaliation.

I agree with my colleagues that you have not yet suffered any real damages for which you can be compensated. However, it does appear that your...

Can a pro se litigant contact other fraud victims whose names were found in defendants' docs?

Whether you can contact the individuals whose names appear in the documents produced by the defendant will depend on the terms of the protective...

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I was falsely accused of hitting a customer in a company vehicle. I was also accused of drinking and smoking marijuana.

Unless your employer expressly or impliedly promised that you would only be terminated for cause, you do not have a claim for wrongful termination....

Can I start debt collection although there is an arbitration clause in the contractors agreement? Can I lay down work?

You can sue in court even though there is an arbitration clause. However, if they move to compel arbitration, you will be forced to go to...

My employer does not give Harrassment Trainging is this legal?

Every employer in California who employs at least 50 employees must provide sexual harassment training for all supervisory employees. (Government...

I am working under a 3+ month 1099 contract. Does this contract I signed still hold up after 3 years?

In addition to my colleagues points about your contract, I would add that there is a separate issue with respect to your status as an independent...