Are you active on social media? Keeping friends and family updated on life events may include posting about your personal injury cases; know that these posts can impact the outcome of your suit or settlement. While technology makes everyday life easier, it can complicate and sabotage a liability claim if you are not careful.
If you are injured at work, who is liable? Our San Jose attorneys have some suggestions for those experiencing work-related Personal Injuries to help them receive justice and compensation for their damages and injury. Is it time to sue your employer?
In 2020, a number of sweeping new laws will take effect, a factor that will change how California businesses operate and fulfill their obligations. The laws are designed to reduce economic inequality, give workers more power, and curb long-standing employment practices. However, these laws have generated considerable debate, with some stakeholders opposing the changes. As such, both employers and employees should get a San Jose business law attorney to help explain some of the guidelines.
When you are charged with a criminal offense either by the federal or state government, there is a possibility that you will be going through a criminal trial unless you take a plea bargain. A trial is what determines whether you are guilty or not. In the event that you are facing a criminal charge in the Bay Area, it is critical that you work with a reputable San Jose criminal law attorney right from the beginning.
If you have an industrial or construction job, you know how easy it is to become injured. Sometimes it only takes a blink of an eye to sustain personal injuries that are both debilitating and financially-draining. Talk to a Bay Area personal injury attorney if you have been involved in an industrial accident to learn more about your rights.
Sexual harassment is defined as any unwanted act, conduct, or behavior that is sexual in nature and that creates a hostile or intimidating workplace environment. Being subjected to sexual harassment can lower your employees’ comfort, safety, and performance, and often has lasting emotional effects.
Prevent incidents of sexual harassment in your workplace with these tips:
Adopt a Policy
Create and construct a clear policy regarding sexual harassment for your workplace. This likely will involve collaboration with department heads and human research professionals; outline a zero-tolerance for behavior that impedes on the performance and job satisfaction of others.
This policy needs to encompass how to report incidents of sexual harassment and offer the steps for submitting complaints clearly. Reduce any ambiguous areas or action with a comprehensive and concise sexual harassment policy; consult with an employment law attorney well-versed in sexual harassment and business law with questions or concerns.
Disseminate Information
It is essential to disseminate information to your team, and to train them in policies and practices related to workplace safety – including recognizing and reporting sexual harassment. It is suggested that businesses train their team twice a year to stay current on any policy changes or modifications. Give each employee a tactile reminder of the policies with an employee handbook, which they can refer to for other company-related information as well.
Be Serious
It is your duty – as well as an obligation for all staff in supervisory or management positions – to take all reports and complaints of sexual harassment seriously. Set aside any biases or pre-existing relationships with your team to accept and fully-investigate each and every claim. In order to maintain a safe and trusting workplace, employees need to feel safe bringing you concerns – and trust that you will do something about it.
Have a Presence
Another way to prevent incidents of sexual harassment at work is to maintain an authoritative presence. This includes monitoring and assessing your staff intermittently and unexpectedly. A consistent and constant supervisory presence can deter such activity from occurring.
Be Vigilant
Finally, be vigilant about maintaining a safe workplace and preventing sexual harassment. Do not tolerate any incidents that make any staff uncomfortable. It is easy to become complacent; be consistent in your efforts to educate and empathize with your team to reduce situations of sexual harassment.
Prevent these type of incidents by consulting a qualified sexual harassment attorney and strive to make each and every member of your team feel valued and safe. If you have questions pertaining to incidences or claims of harassment, reach out to our team at Farling, Hecht & Davis in San Jose. Be proactive to reduce sexual harassment at your workplace – while also lowering the potential of lawsuits.
California businesses and Lawyers Should be Aware of New 2018 LawsGovernor Edmund G. Brown Jr. has recently signed several new bills (as per the employment-related legislation passed by the California State Legislature in 2017) that can significantly impact all California employers. Continue reading
When faced with a legal issue, finding a San Jose attorney is the best decision that you can make. Some of the legal issues involved with divorce, criminal law, contract law or tort are hard to understand for anyone who has not studied law. Although legal representation may not be cheap, it is absolutely necessary. Continue reading
Uninvited sexual advances happen in our workplaces and San Jose sexual harassment attorneys see cases like this far too often. You may find yourself subjected to inappropriate jokes, touching or catcalling. You may feel overwhelmed, cornered and frightened. Sexual harassment affects both men and women. Sexual harassment can negatively impact your ability to work as you continue to face intimidation, hostility and sexual violence. If you are experiencing sexual harassment at work, continue reading for advice on the actions you can take. Continue reading
The occurrence of an industrial accident tends to open a whole new can of worms. The accident victim, as well as the responsible party must sit across from each other, discussing the details of what happened and how the incident came to be. In this scenario, it is vital that all individuals look objectively at the situation to provide an honest account of the role they played. After all issues are discussed, measures are then put in place to ensure that a similar incident doesn’t happen again in the future. Continue reading