When California workers suffer job-related injuries that result in permanent disability, they often face financial challenges that workers’ compensation benefits do not fully address. To help offset some of these losses, the state created the Return-to-Work Supplement Program (RTWSP).  If you have suffered an injury on the job, you are entitled to workers’ compensation...

One misstep in an Orange County wrongful termination claim can delay your case, weaken your position, or result in its dismissal entirely. Understanding the most common mistakes workers make can help you avoid them and increase your chances of a successful outcome. Not Acting Quickly Enough California has strict deadlines for filing wrongful termination...

California’s paid sick leave law, part of the Healthy Workplace Healthy Families Act, underwent significant changes starting January 1, 2024. As of 2025, the regulations continue to set the standard for employee protections across the state.  If you believe your employer is not following California's paid sick leave laws, contact Aegis Law Firm to schedule a...

Disability discrimination laws exist to protect employees from unfair treatment based on physical or mental impairments. Both federal and California state laws prohibit this form of discrimination, but they differ in several important ways.  ADA & FEHA The federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) is essential...

If you believe you have been discriminated against at work because of your gender, you must understand how to prove it legally. Below are key steps and types of evidence that help build a strong case. Key Elements to Prove Gender Discrimination To prove your claim, you must establish four main elements: You are...