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On January 8st, 2020, Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) went into full effect. Serving to codify, clarify, and provide certain exemptions to the Dynamex Decision, AB5 makes it harder for companies like Uber, DoorDash, Lyft, and InstaCart to classify employees as independent contractors.
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Both California and federal employment laws protect individuals who are over the age of 40 from workplace discrimination. If you suspect you have experienced workplace discrimination based on your age, you may have legal options that offer redress and help ensure you are treated fairly in the...
In 2018, nearly one in four vehicles on the road was under active recall, translating to around 47 million recalled vehicles in the U.S. last year. The domestic manufacturers who saw the highest number of recalls were, in order:
The international manufacturers who saw the highest number of recalls were, in order:
Many of our most cherished and intimate holiday celebrations require fire. From candles on the table to lights on the tree, both open flame and electricity can pose risk for serious burn injury. Taking steps to prevent burn injury and home fires is an important part of ensuring the holidays are enjoyed by all.
Are you driving a lemon? In the state of California, there are some pretty simple ways to find out. Has your car:
If you can answer yes to either of these questions and your vehicle is newer than three years old or has been driven for fewer than 18,000 miles, you may be entitled to a replacement or a repair.
Most Lemon Law cases involve vehicles that are still under the manufacturer’s...
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Around 1% of all vehicles sold in the state of California are lemons – vehicles that will never perform as advertised or promised due to one or more defects. If you have purchased a lemon, you are entitled to a refund or a replacement under California Lemon Law. The best way to find out is through a free case review at the Redondo Beach office of Kirtland & Packard.
General Motors (GM) is an auto giant. The parent company of Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC, GM sells millions of cars, trucks, and SUVs in the United States every year. Some of these cars are, by legal standards, lemons.
Under California Lemon Laws, if your GM has demonstrated persistent mechanical or functionality issues within the first 18 months or 18,000...
Read MoreSpinal cord injury (SCI) can be permanent depending on the location and severity of the injury. The type of SCI sustained, in addition to the health and medical history of the patient, will play the largest roles in determining the permanence of the injury.
The spine is broken into four parts:
Kirtland & Packard attorney Heather Baker Dobbs has been recognized as an Outstanding Young Women Lawyer in the Top Lawyers issue of Los Angeles Magazine. This recognition is awarded to a select few attorneys every year and is based on 12 different criteria including peer nomination and peer evaluations.
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Read MoreWrongful death refers to any loss of life caused by the actions or inaction of another party. In the state of California, wrongful death lawsuits can be filed by family members who have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another person, corporation, or even government entity. The best way to determine if you have cause to file suit is through a one-on-one consultation with an experienced wrongful death attorney.
Typically, a wrongful death suit may be...
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