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Gomerman, Bourn & Associates California’s Top Personal Injury and Employment Law Attorneys. The firm recovered over $30 million for its clients since its inception in 2012.

Gomerman | Bourn & Associates (formerly Law Offices of Tanya Gomerman) is a top-rated law firm specializing in representing employees in all aspects of employment law and personal injury cases. The attorneys at our firm are experienced in all aspects of the case from inception to appeal. The Firm regularly takes cases to trial, has tried over 10 cases to verdict, and has several published appellate opinions. CALL TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION: (415) 545-8608!

Your employer calls you an independent contractor. You receive a 1099. Maybe you even signed an agreement saying you're ...
10/08/2026

Your employer calls you an independent contractor. You receive a 1099. Maybe you even signed an agreement saying you're a contractor.

But does that actually make you one?

In California, not necessarily.

What matters is what your working relationship actually looks like. Who controls your schedule? Who tells you how to do your job? Are you doing the same work as employees? Are you actually running an independent business?

If you're reading those questions and thinking, “This sounds a lot like my job,” it may be worth taking a closer look.

Our latest blog breaks down independent contractor misclassification in California, the ABC test, and what workers should know about their rights.

🔗 Read more on our blog: https://www.gobolaw.com/post/misclassified-independent-contractor-california

Experience should be an asset, not something used against you.Age discrimination is not always obvious. It can show up w...
09/30/2026

Experience should be an asset, not something used against you.

Age discrimination is not always obvious. It can show up when an experienced employee is passed over for opportunities, pressured to retire, suddenly receives negative performance reviews, or is targeted during a layoff.

California and federal law provide important protections for workers age 40 and older.

Our latest GOBO Blog discusses common warning signs of age discrimination, employee protections, retaliation, and what workers can do if they believe age is influencing decisions in their workplace.

Read more at https://www.gobolaw.com/post/age-discrimination-older-workers-california

🚗 If someone rear-ends you, are they automatically at fault?Most people assume the answer is yes. And while the rear dri...
09/26/2026

🚗 If someone rear-ends you, are they automatically at fault?

Most people assume the answer is yes. And while the rear driver is often responsible, fault in a California rear-end collision is not always that simple.

Sudden lane changes, chain-reaction crashes, road conditions, and the actions of multiple drivers can all affect who is ultimately responsible.

Our latest GOBO Blog breaks down how fault is determined in rear-end collision claims, when the front driver could share responsibility, and why evidence after an accident matters.

Read more at https://www.gobolaw.com/post/rear-end-collision-fault-california

A well-deserved congratulations to Robert Hester.Robert has been selected to serve on the 2027 Board of Directors for Co...
09/24/2026

A well-deserved congratulations to Robert Hester.

Robert has been selected to serve on the 2027 Board of Directors for Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC).

At GOBO, we see every day the commitment Robert brings to his clients, his colleagues, and his work on behalf of injured Californians. We’re proud to see him bring that same dedication to CAOC and the broader legal community.

Congratulations, Robert. We’re excited to see what’s ahead.

In the News: A lawsuit involving Intuitive Surgical alleges that an employee faced retaliation and was ultimately fired ...
09/23/2026

In the News: A lawsuit involving Intuitive Surgical alleges that an employee faced retaliation and was ultimately fired after reporting s*xual harassment and discrimination in the workplace.

Speaking up about harassment should not mean putting your career at risk. This case raises important issues surrounding workplace retaliation, how employee complaints are handled, and the protections available to workers who report misconduct.

Read more about the case and the latest coverage on our Media & Press page: https://www.gobolaw.com/media-press

Is it a toxic workplace, or is it unlawful harassment?They are not always the same thing.Under California law, workplace...
09/23/2026

Is it a toxic workplace, or is it unlawful harassment?

They are not always the same thing.

Under California law, workplace harassment can involve verbal, physical, visual, or s*xual conduct tied to a protected characteristic. And harassment does not have to happen inside the office. It can happen through texts, emails, video calls, workplace messaging apps, or at work-related events.

Knowing the difference between inappropriate workplace behavior and potentially unlawful harassment can help you better understand your rights.

Read our latest GOBO Blog at https://www.gobolaw.com/post/what-is-considered-workplace-harassment-california

Speaking up at work should not cost you your job.California employees have important protections when they report harass...
09/22/2026

Speaking up at work should not cost you your job.

California employees have important protections when they report harassment, raise concerns about unpaid wages, request protected leave or accommodations, or exercise other legally protected workplace rights.

Retaliation does not always look like termination. It can sometimes appear as reduced hours or pay, sudden discipline, negative reviews, demotion, schedule changes, or being denied opportunities.

Our latest blog discusses some of the common ways workplace retaliation can appear and what California employees should know.

⚖️ Read more at https://www.gobolaw.com/post/common-examples-of-illegal-employer-retaliation

We expect the places we live, shop, work, and visit to be reasonably safe. But what happens when a property owner knows ...
09/18/2026

We expect the places we live, shop, work, and visit to be reasonably safe. But what happens when a property owner knows about a security problem and doesn't fix it?

A broken gate. A door that doesn't lock. Poor lighting. Previous incidents or repeated complaints that were ignored.

When someone is seriously injured because warning signs weren't addressed, the person who committed the crime may not be the only person responsible.

Our latest blog takes a quick look at negligent security claims in California, what property owners may be responsible for, and why what happened before an incident can matter just as much as what happened during it.

Read more on our blog: https://www.gobolaw.com/post/negligent-security-claims-california

When does bad workplace behavior cross the line into illegal harassment?A difficult boss, rude coworker, or toxic workpl...
09/16/2026

When does bad workplace behavior cross the line into illegal harassment?

A difficult boss, rude coworker, or toxic workplace can make going to work miserable, but not every unfair or offensive interaction is considered unlawful harassment under California law.

The difference often comes down to why the employee is being targeted and whether the conduct is connected to a legally protected characteristic, such as race, s*x, disability, age, religion, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Our latest GOBO Blog breaks down what workplace harassment can look like, what a hostile work environment actually means, and what California employees should know about their rights.

Read the full article: https://www.gobolaw.com/post/what-is-considered-workplace-harassment-california

We’re wrapping up our 2026 Super Lawyers® recognition series by celebrating Felipe Garcia, Managing Attorney in our Pers...
09/09/2026

We’re wrapping up our 2026 Super Lawyers® recognition series by celebrating Felipe Garcia, Managing Attorney in our Personal Injury practice.

Felipe has been selected to Rising Stars® for the fourth consecutive year, earning recognition every year from 2023–2026.

Felipe brings determination, compassion, and a strong sense of responsibility to the people he represents. Personal injury cases are about much more than what happened on a particular day — they’re about how an injury can change someone’s life, their family, and their future. Felipe understands that, and it shows in the way he advocates for his clients.

He is a valued member of our Personal Injury team, a trusted colleague, and someone we’re proud to have representing our clients and our firm.

Congratulations on your 2026 Rising Stars® recognition, Felipe! ❤️

Rising Stars® | 2023–2026

Read More About Felipe: https://www.gobolaw.com/team/felipe-garcia-esq

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