From Tom Feher, Esq. “The math on personal injury contingency fees confuses most clients before they call us. Standard California rates of 33 percent pre-suit and 40 percent post-filing sound high, but the data is consistent: represented claimants recover three to five times more than unrepresented claimants on equivalent cases, even after the fee. The […]
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Yes, you can sue a California employer for unfair treatment when the treatment violates a specific law: FEHA (Government Code 12940) for discrimination, harassment, or retaliation; Labor Code 1102.5 for whistleblower retaliation; Labor Code 232 for pay-discussion retaliation; or wage-and-hour statutes. Generic unfairness without a protected category or protected activity is not actionable in California’s
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Soft tissue injury settlement examples demonstrate compensation ranging from $2,500 for minor strains to over $350,000 for severe injuries requiring surgery. From our experience at Feher Law, these settlements depend on injury severity, treatment duration, and impact on daily life throughout California. Our California personal injury attorneys have recovered over $150 million for clients with
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In a California three-car accident, fault is allocated under the pure comparative fault rule of Civil Code 1714, meaning every driver can be assigned a percentage and recover their reduced share, even down to 1 percent. The rear-most driver is typically presumed negligent under Vehicle Code 22350 and 21703, but the presumption shifts when chain-reaction
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The average settlement for a broken arm in a slip and fall in California is $40,000 to $300,000. The final settlement amount depends on several key factors that significantly increase the value of your claim. These factors include: Severity of the injury and fracture complexity Medical expenses incurred and future medical costs Lost wages and
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Loss of enjoyment of life damages in California compensate accident victims who can no longer participate in hobbies, relationships, sports, or daily activities they enjoyed before injury. These non-economic damages typically range from $25,000 to $500,000+ as part of pain and suffering awards under California Civil Code §3333. Severe cases involving permanent disability, paralysis, or
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To sue an employer for gender discrimination in California: (1) file a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) within 3 years, (2) obtain a right-to-sue letter, (3) file a lawsuit in California Superior Court within 1 year of the letter. California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and Equal Pay Act allow recovery
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California promotion discrimination occurs when an employer denies a promotion based on a protected class (race, sex, age over 40, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or others) in violation of FEHA Government Code 12940. To prove it, you typically need (1) qualifications, (2) denial of the promotion, and (3) a comparator outside
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In California, the average broken sternum car accident settlement ranges from $3,000 to $450,000, though the amount depends on several critical factors that significantly impact your final compensation. Every sternum fracture case involves unique circumstances that affect the settlement value, making it essential to understand what influences your potential payout. The factors that determine your
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If you’re experiencing workplace discrimination in California, you have multiple legal avenues available. Both state and federal laws protect employees from discriminatory behavior, offering remedies including compensation, reinstatement, and policy changes. The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) provides some of the strongest worker protections in the nation. At Feher Law, we understand the profound
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Yes, you should get a lawyer for a California slip and fall accident, especially if you suffered any injury requiring medical treatment. Slip and fall victims with lawyers recover 3x more on average than self-represented victims. California premises liability claims require proving the property owner knew (or should have known) about the hazard, which demands
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Average promotion discrimination settlements in California typically range from $60,000 to $250,000, with most cases falling within this range, depending on the severity of the discrimination and the impact on the individual’s career. When qualified employees are repeatedly passed over for advancement opportunities, the financial and emotional toll extends far beyond a missed promotion. Being
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California’s wrongful termination statute of limitations is 2 years for at-will violations under CCP §335.1, 3 years for FEHA discrimination claims after obtaining a right-to-sue letter from the CRD, and 4 years for breach of written employment contracts. The clock starts on the termination date. Government employees have shorter deadlines (6-month claim filing requirement under
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California car accident settlements are calculated using three core components: (1) economic damages (medical bills, lost wages, property damage, future medical costs), (2) non-economic damages (pain and suffering, typically 1.5-5x economic damages), and (3) liability percentage under California’s pure comparative negligence rule. Final settlement value also factors insurance policy limits, available defendants, and case strength
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California age discrimination settlement amounts typically range from $100,000 to $500,000+ for moderate cases, with severe cases involving wrongful termination, class actions, or punitive damages reaching $1 million to $5 million or more. Settlement value depends on lost wages, emotional distress, evidence strength, employer size, and willfulness. California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) protects
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California gender discrimination lawsuit settlements typically range from $50,000 to $200,000 for moderate cases, with severe cases involving wrongful termination, retaliation, or class action claims reaching $500,000 to $5 million or more. Settlement value depends on lost wages, emotional distress, evidence strength, employer size, and whether the case includes punitive damages. California’s Equal Pay Act
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If your car was hit in California and the at-fault driver’s insurance won’t pay, take these steps: (1) file a claim with your own insurance under uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, (2) file a complaint with the California Department of Insurance, (3) sue the at-fault driver personally and pursue assets, (4) hire a personal injury attorney to
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Key Takeaways You can sue a company for discrimination in California even if you are still employed there Before filing a lawsuit, you must first file a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) or the EEOC and receive a Right-to-Sue letter California law (FEHA) protects employees from discrimination based on race, gender, age,
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