Understanding PAGA in California: What Employees Need to Know

Understanding PAGA in California: What Employees and Employers Need to Know California’s Private Attorneys General Act (“PAGA”) has become one of the most significant—and controversial—employment laws in the …

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Understanding Prevailing Wage in California: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding Prevailing Wage in California: A Comprehensive Guide By: David Lavi, Esq. February 25, 2025 In the realm of public works projects and construction, the term “prevailing wage” frequently …

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What is a Stress Claim in Workers’ Compensation?

What is a Stress Claim in Workers’ Compensation? Author: David Lavi, Esq. February 2, 2025 Workplace stress is an inevitable part of many jobs, but when it becomes overwhelming …

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What Rights Do Injured Employees Have in California?

What Rights Do Injured Employees Have in California? Author: David Lavi, Esq. Date: February 17, 2025 Workplace injuries can be physically, emotionally, and financially challenging for employees. In California, …

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How Important Is It to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney in California After a Work Injury?

Author: David Lavi, Esq. February 17, 2025 How Important Is It to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney in California After a Work Injury? Suffering a work-related injury can be …

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Meal Break Regulations in California

Author: David Lavi, Esq July 31, 2024 Subject: When am I entitled to a meal break in California? In California, employers must provide a meal period of at …

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Independent Contractor vs. Employee and Overtime Pay

Author: David Lavi, Esq. Date: July 23, 2024 Subject: Are independent contractors entitled to overtime pay in California? Overtime for 1099 Independent Contractors A worker can be classified either …

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Sexual Harassment in California – Statute of Limitations

Sexual Harassment Statute of Limitations in California Author: David Lavi, Esq. Date: July 20, 2024 Subject: What is the statute of limitations in filing a sexual harassment in claim …

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I receive a salary from my employer. Am I misclassified as an employee?

Author: David Lavi, Esq. Date: July 19, 2024 Subject: I receive a salary from my employer. Am I misclassified and does my employer owe me wages? When determining whether …

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Implications of Anticipated PAGA Amendments

Author: David Lavi, Esq. June 25, 2024 Subject: What are the implications of the anticipated PAGA Amendments in California? On Friday evening, the California legislature released the text of …

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