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Misclassified as an Independent Contractor? The ABC Test Explained in California Labor LawWatch this video on YouTube In California, the ABC test is one of the tests courts use to determine whether a worker or a vendor is actually an employee vs an independent contractor. Employees have a right to legal protections under state and …

What is the legal definition of "harassment" in California?Watch this video on YouTube In California, there are four primary types of harassment, each with its own legal definition: civil harassment, stalking, sexual harassment, and workplace harassment. In broad terms, each of these involves unwelcome conduct that is either severe or pervasive. Some conduct can fall …

What is the average wrongful termination settlement in California?Watch this video on YouTube Workers who prevail in a wrongful termination claim often get awarded between $5,000 and $100,000 in compensation. However, each case is different. There is no single “average” wrongful termination. Numerous factors can change how much a particular case is worth. Especially important is …

In California, if you report your income on a Form 1099, you are an independent contractor, while if you report it on a W-2 form, you are an employee. Payroll taxes are automatically withheld if you are a W-2 employee; meanwhile, if you are an independent contractor, you are responsible for paying them. If you …

10 signs you may be in a hostile work environment are if you or others are being subjected to: verbal abuse such as extreme ridicule or sarcasm, derogatory language, bigoted language or slurs (particularly if you belong to a protected class) inappropriate humor displays of offensive objects or images physical attacks or threatening statements harassment …

How Long Does a Felony Stay on Your Record in California? | Shouse California Law GroupWatch this video on YouTube In California, a felony conviction stays on your record forever if you do not get it expunged. You may be eligible for an expungement if you did not serve time in state prison. You can face …

How many hours is "part-time"? Key information every part-time employee needs to knowWatch this video on YouTube California does not have a state employment law that defines part-time work as being less than a certain number of hours. Instead, it is generally up to the employer to define what “part-time” means. The Labor Market Information Division …

Unlike some other states, California does not have a “stop and identify” statute that makes it a crime to refuse to identify yourself. This means that you do not have to show police your identification unless you are being lawfully detained or arrested. That said, you do have to show police your driver’s license if asked …

In California, you have a legal obligation to mitigate your damages in a variety of legal claims. This means you have to take reasonable steps to reduce how much you lose after an accident or a breach of contract. Losses that you do not mitigate will not be compensated in a lawsuit. The duty to …

What Does "Light Duty" Mean in a Workers’ Comp Case?Watch this video on YouTube In a workers’ compensation case, the term light duty refers to a modified job assignment that is less physically or mentally demanding than your normal duties. These jobs allow you to return to work without aggravating your injury. Depending on the state, …

If you get convicted of any felony offense, you will lose your gun rights in California. In fact, if you have a felony conviction on your criminal record, it is itself a felony offense to own, purchase, receive, or possess a firearm. Convictions carry up to three years in prison. However, there are several ways …

You can usually continue driving after a Colorado DUI as long as you get a breathalyzer called an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in your car(s). However, drivers with asthma or other lung conditions may have a difficult time providing an adequate breath sample. If you have a medical condition that prevents you from blowing …

In California, pedestrians do not always have the right of way, though they generally do. In some cases, pedestrians can be partially or totally liable for a pedestrian accident. Pedestrians can sue for damages they sustain in an accident. However, their damages will be reduced by their degree of fault. In this article I delve …

In California, hit-and-run can be a felony if you fled the scene of an accident that produced a serious, permanent injury or fatality. Felony convictions carry higher penalties. If the accident did not hurt anyone, then prosecutors can only charge it as a misdemeanor. If the injuries were not serious and permanent, prosecutors can file …