When you receive a conviction for driving under the influence in California, you may have to install an ignition interlock device on your car once you regain driving privileges. Whether you have to do so depends on several factors. Per the California Department of...
Many motorists feel ill at ease when they have to maneuver around large commercial trucks, and their concerns have merit. When cars collide with commercial trucks, those riding in the smaller vehicles are more prone to injuries and fatalities than the party driving...
Experiencing sexual harassment where you work may make showing up each day difficult. It may, too, raise questions about who you might want to tell and how you might want to do it. If you decide to come forward about the sexual harassment you experienced in your...
For many California residents, cycling is a pleasant alternative to a traditional commute. Yet, when speed limits increase, so, too, do the threats faced by cyclists, because the faster a car travels, the lower the chance of a cyclist surviving if that car comes in...
When California authorities charge you with a drug-related criminal offense, quite a bit hangs in the balance. Depending on the severity of the drug offense and the circumstances that led to your arrest, you may face a multitude of severe penalties if that charge...
Protecting your rights after an arrest is essential. Once you give up a right, it can complicate your ability to present a solid defense in court. One of the most important rights you have is the right to remain silent. Afforded to you in the U.S. Constitution, this...
After an accident, you probably know to get the other driver's information, such as name and contact details. But it is equally as important to get information about the vehicle. You may assume the driver owns the vehicle, but if you are wrong, it can impact your...
Defensive driving is about thinking ahead and preparing to keep yourself safe. Defensive drivers should be on the lookout for possible hazards and have a plan for how to react to them. Plan ahead If you are unfamiliar with the route you plan to take, look up...
Your employer generally reserves the right to fire you for any reason as long as you do not have a contract stating otherwise. But the law does offer you some protection from terminations motivated by discrimination or retaliation. Retaliation occurs when your...
Some industries have higher rates of sexual harassment than others. Males tend to dominate many of the industries that have especially high rates of sexual harassment. Workers in some California industries are also less likely to report experiencing sexual harassment...