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Top San Francisco Official Wrongfully Terminated, Gomerman | Bourn & Associates, Formerly known as Law Offices of Tanya Gomerman Steps In
Our office is passionate regarding any institution that wrongfully terminates a competent and experienced employee without cause. San...
Oct 14, 20201 min read
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When Should I Tell My Employer About My Pregnancy?
With so many people working remotely, the urgency to tell an employer about pregnancy has become a bit more complicated. Even if you are...
Oct 5, 20202 min read
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What Does a Trial Look Like During COVID19?
The pandemic has changed how we go about our daily lives, including the legal system. Many trials were delayed during the spring but have...
Sep 30, 20202 min read
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Popular yoga studio chain in the Bay Area closes amid allegations of sexual assault, discrimination
What would you do if your boss told you, “If you simply wore sexier clothing, I will give you more money. ” Most recently, at the...
Sep 24, 20202 min read
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Anthony v. TRAX: New Disability Discrimination Case
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit recently published a case earlier this summer regarding a unique claim of disability....
Sep 11, 20202 min read
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Your Rights to Breaks as In-Office Work Resumes
As the workers of California begin to return to the workplace, it is clear that many things aren’t quite the same as they were before....
Aug 5, 20202 min read
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The Truth Behind "Unlimited Vacation" Policies: McPherson v. EF Intercultural Foundation
Imagine landing a job that promises a flexible schedule, including unlimited paid vacation time. It may sound fantastic, but these...
Jul 22, 20202 min read
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Car Collides with Pedestrians at Bus Stop, Injuring Four
Four people are in the hospital following a car crash involving a San Francisco bus stop on June 29th. The collision occurred at the...
Jul 15, 20202 min read
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Getting Hired Online? Don't Get Scammed
It’s hard to find a job these days, especially if you’re looking for remote work. Even before COVID-19, the demand for work-from-home...
Jul 8, 20203 min read
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Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Castro Valley
A Sacramento man died in a motorcycle accident in the Bay Area the night of Thursday, May 22nd while exiting the freeway. Authorities say...
Jul 2, 20202 min read
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Woman Charged with Five Felonies After Driving into San Jose Protesters
Bianca Orozco, of San Jose, is alleged to have intentionally driven into a group of protestors with her SUV on May 29th, during the first...
Jun 25, 20202 min read
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A Big Supreme Court Win for LGBT Folks, and Especially Transgender Persons
The LGBTQ+ community is celebrating a long-overdue victory after the release of a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court on Monday. ...
Jun 17, 20202 min read
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Are Non-Compete Clauses Valid in CA?
Sometimes employers will include non-compete clauses within California contracts, either by mistake or on purpose...
Jun 5, 20202 min read
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Update on Coronavirus Unemployment Benefits
The United States has lost more than 20.5 million jobs in the month of April, bringing the unemployment rate to over 14.7%. This...
May 29, 20202 min read
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Dangerous Speeding on California Highways
Due to the shelter-in-place order, there are significantly fewer vehicles on the road. This has led to a troubling increase in excessive...
May 20, 20202 min read
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Why It Is Good to Have Your Severance Agreement Reviewed by an Attorney
Gone are the days of working for the same company for decades. Sometimes it is by choice of the employee, but occasionally employment...
May 12, 20202 min read
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Employee Resource Guide- COVID19
During this crisis, there has been so much confusing information on the assistance available to employees. With more than 10% of the...
May 4, 20201 min read
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Courts are Closed. What Happens with My Case?
Depending on where you are in your case, you may see some delays. Due to COVID19, most trials have been continued (which means...
Apr 22, 20202 min read
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Employee Rights During COVID-19
This is a terrifying time for many workers. A record number of businesses are furloughing, or even firing employees without notice. As...
Apr 16, 20202 min read
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San Jose Slip and Fall Accidents
While many people think about a slip and fall as an accident, it doesn’t mean a party isn’t liable. A property owner is responsible for...
Apr 15, 20202 min read
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