Author name: Tom Feher, Esq.

Tom Feher is the founding attorney of Feher Law APC, a California personal injury and employment law firm with offices in Torrance and Huntington Beach. He has recovered over $100 million for injured workers and accident victims across California. Tom is a trial attorney licensed to practice in all California state courts and focuses on complex personal injury, workplace discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination cases. He offers free consultations to prospective clients.

Why Is My Car Accident Settlement Taking So Long in California?

Car accident settlements in California typically take anywhere from a few months to over two years to resolve, and Feher Law helps clients navigate these delays every day. The timeline depends on factors like injury severity, disputed liability, insurance company tactics, and whether litigation becomes necessary. Understanding these delays can help you navigate the process […]

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Stay-or-Pay Contracts Are Now Illegal in California: What Workers Can Do

Stay-or-pay contracts are now illegal in California under AB 2288, which took effect January 1, 2025, giving workers powerful new protections against employers who demand repayment for training costs. Feher Law helps California workers understand these rights and fight back when employers violate the law by enforcing illegal training repayment agreements. For years, California workers

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Rideshare Accident Lawyer in California: What Victims Need to Know

If you’ve been injured in an Uber or Lyft accident in California, a rideshare accident lawyer can help you navigate complex insurance systems, identify liable parties, and fight for maximum compensation. Feher Law represents rideshare accident victims throughout Southern California, handling the legal complexities while you focus on recovery. Unlike typical car accidents, rideshare crashes

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Whistleblower Retaliation Settlement: What California Employees Receive

Average settlements for whistleblower retaliation cases typically range from $50,000 to over $1 million, depending on factors like lost wages, emotional distress, and whether punitive damages apply. At Feher Law, we’ve helped employees throughout Southern California fight back against employers who punished them for speaking up about wrongdoing. If you’ve experienced retaliation from your employer

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Fired for Going to Court in California: Your Rights as a Crime Victim

California law prohibits employers from firing you for attending court as a crime victim, and you may have grounds for a wrongful termination claim. Being a crime victim is traumatic enough without the added fear of losing your job, and if you’ve been terminated or threatened with termination for attending court proceedings related to a

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Can I Get a Pre-Settlement Loan on My Car Accident Case in California?

Yes, you can get a pre-settlement loan on your car accident case in California. At Feher Law, we help clients understand these legal funding advances, which provide cash while your case is pending and help you cover expenses without accepting a lowball settlement. However, understanding how these loans work and whether they’re right for your

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Brain Injury Lawyer California: How to Find the Right TBI Attorney

Finding the right brain injury lawyer in California requires identifying an attorney with specific TBI experience, access to medical experts, and a proven track record of securing maximum compensation for victims. At Feher Law, we’ve spent decades helping brain injury victims across Southern California rebuild their lives after devastating accidents, and we understand that navigating

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EEOC Religious Discrimination Charges: Protecting Your Rights at Work

Filing an EEOC religious discrimination charge is often the critical first step toward justice when your employer refuses to accommodate your faith or treats you unfairly because of your beliefs. At Feher Law, we help California workers navigate this process and fight back against employers who violate their religious rights. Understanding how these charges work

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Signs of Brain Injury After a Car Accident

Signs of brain injury after a car accident include persistent headaches, dizziness, memory problems, confusion, mood changes, and sensory sensitivities that may appear hours or days after the collision. At Feher Law, we help Southern California families recognize these warning signs and protect their legal rights while pursuing the compensation they deserve. While some injuries

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Side-Impact Collision: Who’s at Fault in California?

At Feher Law, we find that fault in California side-impact collisions typically lies with drivers who violate traffic laws, such as running red lights or failing to yield the right of way. California’s comparative negligence system means even partially at-fault victims can recover compensation, but determining exact fault percentages requires a thorough legal investigation. Our

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Disability Wrongful Termination in California

Disability wrongful termination in California occurs when employers illegally fire employees due to their disabilities or medical conditions. At Feher Law, we represent employees who have faced wrongful termination due to disability discrimination, bringing our experience with over $100 million in recovered settlements and verdicts to every case we handle. California provides some of the

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Can I Be Fired After Announcing My Retirement in California?

Yes, California employers can legally terminate you after announcing retirement under at-will employment laws. However, significant legal protections exist under federal ERISA regulations and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act when termination targets your retirement benefits or involves age discrimination. At Feher Law, we’ve recovered millions for clients who faced wrongful termination.   If you’re

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Getting Rear-Ended While Stopped in California

Getting rear-ended while stopped in California typically results in clear liability for the at-fault driver, giving you strong legal rights to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. At Feher Law, we help California rear-end accident victims navigate these claims and secure maximum compensation while you focus on recovery from your injuries.

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Fired After Taking Approved Time Off in California?

Being fired after taking approved time off in California can be illegal under state and federal employment protection laws. At Feher Law, we represent employees who face wrongful termination for using legally protected leave, helping clients recover compensation and hold employers accountable for violating worker rights.  Contact our Torrance discrimination lawyer for experienced representation. How

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If Someone Brake Checks You, Who’s at Fault in California?

If someone brake-checks you in California, the brake-checking driver is typically at fault when their actions were intentional and unnecessary. At Feher Law, we help brake check accident victims prove the other driver’s deliberate misconduct, while California’s comparative negligence law ensures even tailgaters can recover compensation based on fault percentages. We handle every aspect of

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