Encino Law Blog
Gendered ageism: Why working women can’t get a break
Ageism in the workplace isn’t new. Neither is sexism. But what happens when ageism and sexism combine? For older working women, this isn’t a theoretical question because they tend to be in the crosshairs of that kind of discrimination all the time. The collision of...
Are teens much more likely to get involved in an accident?
One of the best days of a teenager's life is when they are finally old enough to get a driver's license. However, this could also be one of the worst days of a parent's life. Understandably, allowing your teen to get behind a steering wheel can be a stressful...
Are you aware of this seat belt danger?
Almost all parents require their children to buckle up when they get into the car. This is a good safety habit to follow, but parents also need to alert their children to a very important safety point when it comes to proper seat belt usage. They need to warn them...
Age discrimination reportedly increased with higher unemployment
Individuals as young as 40 years old may begin experiencing age-related workplace discrimination. According to AARP, it may include coworkers using hurtful words, making assumptions and isolating an employee from other workers. It appears coworkers seem to find it...
What injuries qualify for workers’ compensation?
Workers who suffer injuries at work shouldn’t be held responsible for the medical care and other costs associated with their injuries. Workers’ compensation insurance is a tool that employers use to help protect them from the costs of these incidents. These workers’...
Be careful of these common causes of car wrecks
Driving along the highways in California can be a dangerous endeavor. There are many things that can lead to car wrecks, so knowing these may help you to avoid a crash. If you are in a wreck, there’s a good chance that one of these reasons is behind the crash. Drivers...
Can a potential employer ask for your future plans?
Employers love to ask prospective employees, during the interview process, where they see themselves in five years. Naturally, most employees give some answer about how they’d love to still be at the company, striving to become a better employee every day and working...
Answers to frequently asked workers’ compensation questions
California workers who have a work-related injury or illness may qualify for workers' compensation. Through this program, your employer's workers' comp insurance policy should cover costs such as medical bills and lost wages. If you or a loved one has a workplace...
The costs of a spinal cord injury add up, so get the right compensation
After a spinal injury, you deserve the best care. You may struggle with severe dysfunction below the point of your injury, and it may take many months or years of rehabilitation to get to a position where you’re comfortable with your body again. Living with a spinal...
How much overtime can your boss legally make you work?
In many work environments, putting in overtime is purely voluntary. Most of the time, this system works well as it allows those in need of extra income to earn more money, while those who don't want the extra work don't feel unduly burdened. In turn, the employer...
