Recent Blog Posts
Complained of Discrimination and Got Fired. Do I Need an Attorney?
Facing discrimination in the workplace is an unfortunate reality that far too many individuals encounter. It takes great courage to speak up against discrimination, but what happens when your complaint results in retaliation and termination? If you find yourself in this distressing situation it’s crucial to understand your rights and seek legal guidance to… Read More »
Racial Discrimination in the Employment Interview and Hiring Process
There’s no denying that racial discrimination during the employment interview and hiring process is a significant issue that many applicants face in Riverside and Southern California. Such discrimination is not always overt; racist employers use many subtle tricks during the hiring process to try and get away with unlawful discriminatory hiring decisions. Below we… Read More »
How to Detect Racism at Work: What Qualifies as Race Discrimination?
As a labor and employment law firm deeply rooted in Riverside, California, Ochoa & Calderón understands the importance of equal opportunity and justice in the workplace. One prevalent issue our clients often face is racial discrimination. This blog post aims to shed light on this crucial topic by clarifying what qualifies as race discrimination… Read More »
Reasons Why Your Workers’ Compensation Claim Might Be Denied
Ochoa & Calderón, Riverside Workers’ Compensation Attorneys, are dedicated to ensuring California workers receive the compensation they’re entitled to when they’ve been injured on the job. Work-related injuries can put substantial strain on your life—physically, emotionally, and financially. A denial of your workers’ compensation claim can exacerbate this stress. In this blog post, we’ll… Read More »
How to Identify a Dangerous/Hostile Work Environment
A hostile work environment can make you feel like you are walking through landmines all day. If you are terrified of your boss, constantly stressed out, and concerned that the people in your office are treating you poorly because of your gender, your race, your sexual orientation, or some other protected characteristic, then you… Read More »
Can I Sue My Employer for No PPE?
If you were injured on the job in California, you are entitled to workers’ compensation coverage. Workers’ comp is available regardless of who caused the accident, whether it was negligence by your company, your co-workers, or even yourself. Workers’ comp benefits include two-thirds of your missed wages, medical expenses, and certain other benefits depending… Read More »
Sex Discrimination Signs: Are You a Victim?
California and federal law prohibit sex discrimination in the workplace. Sex discrimination includes both discrimination in treatment as well as sexual harassment. Sex discrimination includes discrimination based on an employee’s sexual orientation or gender identity. Sex discrimination is not always easy to detect, however. It can be subtle, insidious, and company-wide. Below, we discuss… Read More »
Workers’ Comp Laws in CA
If you work in California as an employee, you are entitled to workers’ compensation. If you get hurt on the job, it’s important to understand your rights and your employer’s obligations. Below, we discuss the basics of workers’ compensation applicability and coverage. For help understanding your rights and maximizing your benefits after a workplace… Read More »
Can I Get Workers’ Comp For COVID-19?
President Biden will soon declare an end to the years-long national emergency caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Although contamination rates have dropped, the novel coronavirus persists. People around the country are still contracting the virus, which can knock even fully vaccinated people off their feet for several days. Many people are still being hospitalized… Read More »
What Injuries Are Covered by Workers’ Comp?
California workers’ compensation covers a wide range of injuries and incidents. Below, we discuss the various categories of workplace injury, from those that lead to more direct and simple workers’ comp claims to those that can be more complex and challenging. If you suffer any illness or injury because of your time at work,… Read More »