As children with intellectual disabilities grow older, the safety nets that supported them—such as special education services, child SSI, or dependent benefits—often come to an end. This transition can leave families uncertain about how to secure continued financial...
Gender-based pay discrimination isn’t always easy to spot—especially when it’s cloaked in language about performance, productivity, or merit. One of the most common ways companies hide unequal pay is through “merit-based” bonus systems that reward some employees more...
Reporting safety violations in the workplace takes courage—especially when the violations are being actively concealed. Employees who witness and report falsified safety inspections are often doing so at great personal and professional risk. California law offers...
Cancer is one of the most challenging diagnoses a person can face. But for many patients, the side effects of chemotherapy and other treatments can be just as disabling as the disease itself. If cancer or its treatment has left you unable to work, you may qualify for...
Raising a child with severe autism can be an overwhelming emotional and financial responsibility. For families with limited income and resources, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can provide vital support—but qualifying for benefits requires proving the extent of...
Fibromyalgia is a complex and often misunderstood condition that causes chronic pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive challenges. Despite its debilitating impact, applicants with fibromyalgia frequently struggle to get approved for Social Security...
Receiving a denial letter after applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for chronic heart failure can feel like a devastating setback. But a denial is not the end of the road. Many legitimate claims are denied initially, only to be approved later...
Living with epilepsy can mean dealing with uncertainty, fear, and a constant disruption to daily life. For individuals with intractable epilepsy—where seizures continue despite medication—holding a job becomes nearly impossible. Fortunately, Social Security Disability...
Layoffs are often framed as unavoidable business decisions—but what happens when a company consistently eliminates older employees while retaining younger, less experienced staff? If you’re over 40 and were recently laid off, you may be the victim of age...
Being on-call may sound harmless—until you realize you’re sacrificing personal time without pay. In many industries, employees are required to remain “available” during certain hours even if they’re not actively working. But under California law, not all on-call...
