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The Difference between FEHA and ADA

Los Angeles disability discrimination is covered under the state law Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). FEHA is the California state equivalent of the Article VII of the Civil Rights Code of 19... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Importance of Corporate Minutes and Resolutions in Protecting the Corporate Veil

The main advantage of corporate establishments is that the shareholders are mostly free from liabilities except for the equivalent of the money they have invested. The corporation is legally seen as... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Types of Vehicle Crashes and Collisions

Vehicle crashes and collisions is one of the leading causes of injuries and death in the United States. It could come in many forms and can hit you on any side of your car. Here are the different t... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Employer-employee Contracts and At-Will Employment

Employer-employee relations are guided by the terms and conditions of the employment contract. An employment contract is a legal agreement that is agreed upon by both the employer and the employee. ... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

What to Look for in Choosing a Disability Attorney

Disability claims with lawyer representations have a higher rate of getting approved compared to those who don�t any legal counsel. That is why it is recommended that a claimant consult a disabilit... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Understanding Sexual Harassment Laws

Sexual harassment laws are easily defined under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It prohibits unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or any other physical or verbal behavio... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Importance of Representation in Disability Claims

A lot of disability claimants get discouraged because of the denial of their applications. But what they do not know is that being denied on their first try is a pretty common occurrence. In fact, ... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Why You Need Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage

The economic slump in the United States has far reaching effects that also influence how car accident claims are being paid. With a lot of workers and employees losing their jobs, a lot of drivers o... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Causes of Highway Collisions

Highway collisions are one of the leading causes of death in the United States. In fact, more than 300,000 people have died as a result of highway collisions and other forms of motor vehicle accident... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

How to Keep Your Car Insurance Rates Low

Car insurance rates are calculated accounting in various factors that determine the �risk� of the driver. A �high-risk� driver will have a higher car insurance rate while a �low-risk� driver will pa... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

How Do SUV Rollover Accidents Happen?

The Ford Bronco and Ford E-series are just two of major SUV brands who received negative publicity for rollover accidents. The cause of Ford rollover accidents is no different from what causes other... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Car Accident Insurance Policy Requirement in California

Under the Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law, all vehicles that are driven on California roads should have liability insurance that provides financial responsibility for any injury or damage that i... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Qualities to Look for in Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer

Hiring a personal injury lawyer can be very complicated especially here in Los Angeles. There are a lot of personal injury lawyers and law firms to choose from and people are right to be worried th... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

What is a Shareholder Derivative Suit?

A shareholder derivative suit refers to a lawsuit brought by the shareholders in behalf of the corporation against a third party. This is not traditional practice in corporate law, normally manageme... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

PASS and IRWS: Helping SSI Beneficiaries go back to Work

The US federal government has made it a priority, over the last decades, to protect the rights of disabled workers through disability and civil rights laws. The Social Security Disability Insurance ... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Elements of a Commercial Lease Agreement

A commercial lease agreement is a legally binding contract between an owner of a property and a tenant who wishes to have temporary possession of the property for a certain period in exchange for mon... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Prevention and Treatment of Road Rash Injuries

Road rash injuries refer to skin and bone injuries that are usually caused by abrasions with road surfaces. Road rash injuries are normally associated with bicycle and motorcycle accidents. Since th... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Rights of Employees against Religious Discrimination

The Equal Employment opportunity Commission (EEOC) reported a high of 3,273 complaints of religious discrimination in 2008. That is the highest it�s been for more than a decade. In Los Angeles, reli... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Duties of Motorists after a Chain Accident according to California Laws

In Los Angeles, chain accident laws are covered under the California State and it imposes a couple of duties to motorists especially if there are injuries or death involved. Duty to Stop after a Cha... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]

Advantages of using a Fictitious Business Name

A fictitious business name is a legal term that refers to the name under which a business operates and presents itself to the public. It is also known as �Do Business As,� trade styles, or assumed ... [Author: Mark Dacanay - Legal - October 05, 2009]