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Early Impacts of AB 5 in California

December 20, 2019 by Guest Contributor Leave a Comment

California recently passed Assembly Bill 5: a bill designed to reduce companies’ abilities to take advantage of contract workers. The bill was written in response to the growing number of independent workers making their money from the gig economy, including Lyft and Uber drivers.    Since it’s conception, AB 5 has caused controversy. Companies see […]

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Washington’s New Vaccination Law

November 29, 2019 by Guest Contributor Leave a Comment

Schools in the tri-city area of Washington state are enforcing mandatory vaccinations for students in public and private school districts. A law passed in June 2019 has removed philosophical and personal reasons for MMR vaccination exemptions. Students without proof of vaccinations are being excluded from attending school until they receive the necessary vaccinations.   The […]

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Why the $50 Billion Opioid Settlement is Laughably Small

October 18, 2019 by Guest Contributor Leave a Comment

The years-long legal battle with pharmaceutical companies regarding their part in the ongoing opioid epidemic might be coming to a head today, as the top six companies being held accountable negotiate a potential settlement. Should that settlement be agreed upon, it’s estimated to reach close to $50 billion. But given the damage opioids have done […]

Filed Under: Business, Law, News, Opinion Tagged With: medical malpractice, opioids, workers' compensation

Distracted driving laws are too weak

October 9, 2011 by Archives Leave a Comment

There’s no argument that the dangers of distracted driving currently outweigh the seriousness of the penalties for doing so. Whether shaving or texting, any action that diverts attention or mental and physical resources from the task of driving is incredibly dangerous. After all, drivers are wielding 1,500 pound metal objects at high speed. Focus is […]

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