LaGuardia Law

02/17/2023

This recent Ninth Circuit decision is not good for California employees, unfortunately.

Just days ago, the Ninth Circuit issued a significant ruling in Chamber of Commerce v. Rob Bonta, which has implications for employers and employees in California. The case involved a challenge to a California law that prohibited employers from requiring employees to sign arbitration agreements as a...

02/09/2023

Security deposit theft by crooked landlords is rampant in California, but you can do something about it and LaGuardia Law can help.

As a tenant in California, you have certain rights that protect you against wrongful actions by landlords. One of the most common disputes between landlords and tenants is the wrongful withholding of security deposits. If you find yourself in this situation, it’s important to know what your rights...

01/31/2023

As an employee in California, you may need to take time off work for a medical reason. Whether you are dealing with a personal illness, caring for a family member, or recovering from a disability, it’s important to understand your rights and options when it comes to medical leave. In California, e...

01/31/2023

As an employee in California, you have the right to access your personnel and payroll records from your employers. This information is important to have for a variety of reasons, including verifying the accuracy of your employment history, determining your eligibility for unemployment benefits, and....

01/27/2023

Companies frequently violate the rights of consumers and employees. Unfortunately too many consumers and employees don't know they can do something about it, let alone recover substantial damages as well as hold the offending companies accountable without having to pay an attorney upfront or out of pocket to do so. If you or someone you know believes you have been wronged by a company as a consumer, or as an employee by your employer, contact LaGuardia Law for a free consultation.

Attorneys play a critical role in holding companies accountable for misconduct. One important tool that attorneys use to do this is attorney fee provisions in the law. Attorney fee provisions in California law can play a crucial role in helping plaintiffs hold companies accountable for their miscond...

01/26/2023

Unpaid wages = wage theft. Don't let employers get away with stealing the money you earned and were not paid. Call LaGuardia Law for a free consultation.

Wage and hour claims are a common issue for California employees, as they can be confused about their rights and the laws that protect them. This is a basic overview of wage and hour claims for California employees. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the California Labor Code are the primary la...

01/26/2023

If you believe a company has engaged in misconduct and violated your consumer rights, call for a free consultation.

As consumers, we rely on companies to provide us with products and services that are safe, reliable, and of good quality. Unfortunately, there are times when companies engage in misconduct that harms consumers. In these situations, it is important for consumers to know that they have legal rights an...

01/24/2023

If you think you or someone you know was misclassified as an independent contractor, contact LaGuardia Law to discuss your potential claims. You may be owed significant damages including unpaid wages, unpaid overtime, penalties and interest.

Misclassification of employees as independent contractors is a common issue in California and can mean significant legal claims for such employees. An employee is considered an individual who is under the direction and control of an employer, and is entitled to certain rights and benefits such as mi...

01/23/2023

If you feel a company has engaged in misconduct in its dealings with you, LaGuardia Law may be able to help you hold them accountable under a variety of consumer protection laws, including but not limited to, the California Unfair Competition Law ("UCL"). 👊

The California Unfair Competition Law (UCL) is an incredibly powerful tool for consumers to hold companies accountable for their misconduct. Under the UCL, California consumers can file lawsuits against companies that engage in unfair, fraudulent, or deceptive business practices. These practices can...

01/20/2023

You do not have to be fired in order to have a retaliation claim. Retaliation by an employer can come in many other forms without actually terminating the employee, and LaGuardia Law can help hold employers accountable.

Retaliation in the workplace is a serious issue that can have a significant impact on employees, and California employees have additional protections against retaliation compared to employees in other states. It occurs when an employer takes adverse action against an employee for exercising their le...

01/19/2023

If a company made certain false or misleading statements or otherwise deceived you in the purchase of a product or service, LaGuardia Law may be able to help you. And, the offending company would have to pay your attorney fees as part of the damages provided under the CLRA which allows LaGuardia Law to take such cases on contingency, where we only get paid upon any recovery we obtain for you. Feel free to contact us for a free consultation.

The California Legal Remedies Act (CLRA) is a powerful consumer protection law that gives California residents the right to sue for damages when they are misled or deceived by a company. This law applies to a wide range of products and services, including automobiles, appliances, and consumer goods....

01/19/2023

Failure to pay wages earned is wage theft. You shoudln't let your employer steal from you. LaGuardia Law can help you hold your employer accountable and work to get you the money that you earned but were not paid, and then some.

California wage and hour laws are designed to protect the rights of employees and ensure they are fairly compensated for their work. These laws cover a wide range of issues, including minimum wage, overtime pay, meal and rest breaks, and more. One of the most important aspects of California wage and...