by PLBH | Jul 19, 2023
Both Federal and Californian law strictly prohibit employers from discriminating against employees based on age. Specifically, it is illegal for employers to decline hiring older job applicants or undertake detrimental job actions (such as demotion, termination, or...
by PLBH | Jul 18, 2023
After sustaining an injury at work, your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance is legally obliged to facilitate your proper treatment and rehabilitation. However, employees must adhere to specific legal stipulations when filing a workers’...
by PLBH | Jul 17, 2023
If the Social Security Administration (SSA) turns down your initial application for Social Security Disability Insurance (commonly referred to as SSDI), you have the privilege to file an appeal. If your primary appeal is denied, you can request a hearing overseen by...
by PLBH | Jul 16, 2023
There’s an abundance of resources on the internet about managing a workers’ compensation claim in California. From timely paperwork submission to liaising with your employer’s insurance company, the process can be as demanding as a full-time job. However,...
by PLBH | Jul 15, 2023
When individuals suffer injuries at work, they often face the dilemma of whether to file a workers’ compensation claim or a personal injury claim, or possibly both. The choice can be complex, given the fundamental distinctions between the two types of claims. In...
by PLBH | Jul 14, 2023
The workers’ compensation process may seem straightforward initially. If you sustain an injury at work, you file a claim, receive reimbursement for medical expenses, and potentially secure benefits if the injury results in temporary or permanent disability....
by PLBH | Jul 13, 2023
In the event that an employee is dismissed from their job in a manner that contravenes state or federal laws, there may be grounds for a wrongful termination lawsuit. Even though California, as an ‘at-will employment’ state, allows employers to end...
by PLBH | Jul 12, 2023
The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers a program known as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), which aims to provide monthly financial assistance to individuals who become incapacitated before reaching retirement age, rendering them unable to...
by PLBH | Jul 11, 2023
Dealing with a workplace injury can be stressful and complicated, especially when it comes to understanding your rights and navigating workers’ compensation insurance. At PLBH, we are here to help you understand the process and assess whether you need legal...
by PLBH | Jul 10, 2023
Sexual harassment in the workplace is unlawful under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. While most people are aware of the illegality of sexual harassment, they might struggle to define it accurately. At PLBH, we encourage you to continue reading to gain a...
