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.

ADA Lawsuit Settlement Amounts in California

Key Takeaways California’s Unruh Civil Rights Act guarantees minimum statutory damages of $4,000 per violation, which often exceeds federal ADA minimums Average ADA discrimination settlement amounts in California range from $8,000 to $35,000 for straightforward accessibility cases, with complex cases exceeding $100,000 Multiple violations can multiply damages significantly, as each separate ADA violation may constitute […]

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Sexual Harassment Settlement Amounts in California

Key Takeaways Average sexual harassment settlements in California fall between $50,000 and $300,000, though cases involving physical assault, retaliation, or corporate cover-ups can exceed $1 million Economic damages, including lost wages, benefits, and future earning capacity are typically the most calculable component of your sexual harassment lawsuit payout in California Non-economic damages for emotional distress,

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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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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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How Long Does a Retaliation Lawsuit Take?

A California retaliation lawsuit typically takes 12 to 36 months to resolve. The CRD/CRD complaint stage runs 6-12 months, lawsuit filing through discovery takes another 12-18 months, and trial-bound cases extend further. Most retaliation cases settle in mediation 12-24 months after filing. California Labor Code §1102.5 protects whistleblowers and the Fair Employment and Housing Act

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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 California car accident include persistent headaches, dizziness, memory problems, confusion, mood changes, light or sound sensitivity, sleep disturbances, blurred vision, and difficulty concentrating. Symptoms can appear immediately or develop over hours and days. Even mild traumatic brain injury (concussion) requires medical evaluation. California TBI settlements typically range from $50,000

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

In California side-impact collisions, fault typically lies with the driver who violated traffic laws, ran a red light or stop sign, or failed to yield right-of-way. California’s pure comparative negligence rule (CCP §1714) allows fault to be split between drivers, so even partially-at-fault drivers can recover damages reduced by their percentage of fault. Police reports,

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Disability Wrongful Termination in California

California disability wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires an employee due to a physical or mental disability, perceived disability, or after requesting reasonable accommodation. The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and ADA prohibit this discrimination. Victims can recover back pay, front pay, emotional distress, attorney fees, and punitive damages. California disability wrongful termination

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Can I Be Fired After Announcing My Retirement in California?

Yes, California’s at-will employment rule generally allows employers to terminate employees who announced retirement, but several exceptions create wrongful termination claims. ERISA prohibits firings designed to deny pension benefits, FEHA protects against age discrimination, and breach of implied contract claims apply when termination violates promised retirement transition policies. Affected employees may recover back pay, lost

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Getting Rear-Ended While Stopped in California

Getting rear-ended while stopped in California results in clear liability for the at-fault rear driver in nearly all cases. California Vehicle Code §21703 requires drivers to maintain safe following distance. Settlement value depends on injuries: soft tissue/whiplash typically settles for $5,000 to $50,000, herniated disc cases reach $50,000 to $300,000, and surgical cases or chronic

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Fired After Taking Approved Time Off in California?

Yes, being fired after taking approved time off in California is often illegal. Workers protected under FMLA, CFRA (California Family Rights Act), Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL), or paid sick leave can recover wrongful termination damages, including back pay, front pay, emotional distress, and reinstatement. California disability discrimination laws (FEHA) also apply if leave was related

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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 are intentional and unnecessary. California Vehicle Code §22109 prohibits unnecessary sudden stops. However, California’s pure comparative negligence rule means following drivers may share fault if they were tailgating, distracted, or speeding. Dashcam footage and witness statements are critical evidence

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