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Just for fun! What crimes could the Grinch be charged for...? https://stories.avvo.com///crimes-against-the-grinch.html

Pedestrian Accidents 5 Ways to Reduce Your Chances of Being Hit By a Car on Your Daily Walks 1. Definition of a Pedestrian: Anyone who is:Walking, Riding a motorized assistive mobility device because they cannot walk, or Riding something that is propelled by their own efforts, other than a bicycle... 2. Definition of a Crosswalk: A crosswalk can be either: A portion of the road painted with the distinctive white lines that people are familiar seeing, or Where 2 roads meet at approximately right angles, the extensions of the sidewalks through the intersection.Note - this means there can be a crosswalk at an intersection even if there are NO white lines on the pavement 3. Stay out of Bike Lanes! Pedestrians must stay out of bike lanes wherever there is an adjacent adequate pedestrian facility. This includes sidewalks or designated walking paths. If a sidewalk is blocked, though, pedestrians can turn to bike lanes to get around the obstruction 4. If there is no Crosswalk - you can still legally cross IF you yield the right-of-way to all vehicles that are close enough to be an immediate hazard to the you. Where there are no cars close enough, you can cross the street. This is in spite of the lack of a crosswalk. 5.Use Crosswalks (See Above*) Pedestrians must stick to the crosswalks when they cross at intersections where there are traffic lights or police. This prevents pedestrians from crossing straight to the opposite corner of the intersection, unless there is a crosswalk that allows it. We have a lot of walkers out there in the Tower District. Please be careful!

Victims should come forward. Counseling help could be available despite the fact that this occurred in the 1990’s. Start the real closure today! https://www.yourcentralvalley.com//more-people-may-have-/

Well, we are not open for person-to-person appointments (hopefully soon!)but we will are happy to help you by way of phone! Call paralegal, Cydney Moore at(559)224-2131

Trying to keep things simple? (Definitely keep the lawyers out of it...) https://www.avvo.com//chil/how-to-create-a-parenting-plan

Wild, Carter & Tipton’s medical malpractice attorney, Monrae English, has filed two additional lawsuits this week against Athenix and Dr. Kevin Ciresi. https://www.fresnobee.com/news/local/article245449845.html

Fundamental employment right! https://www.kmjnow.com//nov-3rd-is-election-day-you-have-/

Thank you to the Fresno Bee for highlighting one of Monrae English’s cases against Athenix Body Sculpting Institute. These are important cases for people to know about.

Another trusted authority figure. https://abc30.com/hanford-teacher-arrested-for-having-in//

We are 100% behind this. In California right now, pedophilia and the trafficking of children is not considered a violent crime and therefore those convicted of those crimes are eligible for early release. There is a proposition on the ballot November 3rd that would reverse this classification. I urge all of my friends in California to take a look at this and spread the word to vote yes! I have included a link to the organization who drafted the proposition. https://keepcalsafe.org/tool-kit/

It is known that Counseling helps long term effects of sexual abuse. In a civil case against your abuser, a jury can award you life long counseling costs. https://www.counseling.org//long-term-effects-of-childhood

Whether it’s a trusted relative or a prestigious University- sexual predators are out there. California has allowed these cases (no matter when it happened) to go forward for a limited time in 2020. Call or message us today. We want to help you get closure... https://www.latimes.com//usc-gynecologist-george-tyndall-n

California has temporarily done away with the statutes of limitations for victims of childhood sexual abuse. Perpetrators of child sex abuse have often been figures of authority whom were trusted. . Victims can finally seek the justice they deserve. Our attorneys handle victims’ cases with discretion and compassion. Any victims interested in determining case eligibility should click to message us or text (559) 917-6555. We are happy to help.

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New law in 2020 allows you to sue your abuser- no matter when it happened. Get closure. https://www.latimes.com//clergy-sex-abuse-allegations-trip

Childhood Sexual Abuse Story (a nice ending on this one for a change). Call us if we can help. https://www.thehealthy.com/mental-h/i-survived-child-abuse/

Good Reminder! Be Careful! https://wsvn.com//firefighters-water-inside-hose-can-be-o/

Someone using your art as their own? This also happens with tattoo artists. Ready to send a message?? https://www.fastcompany.com//was-your-design-stolen-follow

What are the Laws? With our COVID-19 orders in place, daily outings have become almost an essential activity for many folks. Now more than ever, Pedestrians must be diligent when walking in their neighborhoods. If you are out walking and unfortunately hit by a car, the likelihood of serious injury or death is great - even if the vehicle is going slowly. If the unthinkable happens and a car has hit you and caused you injuries, you want to make sure that 100% of the fault is p...Continue reading

Courts are mostly closed until the end of the month - but they are always open for restraining orders. https://www.lawyers.com//how-to-get-a-restraining-order.ht

Good information: https://www.avvo.com//your-job-during-the-coronavirus-outb

If you speak out about patient safety issues and get fired: Speak to an attorney. This is called WHISTLE-BLOWING and it is a protected activity under the law. Stand up and speak out. https://www.bloomberg.com//hospitals-tell-doctors-they-ll-

The more information you know the better. We are always happy to help. https://www.avvo.com//what-is-the-maximum-unemployment-i-c

My Employer Just Told Me Not To Come To Work Tomorrow! I Have Bills To Pay ! If your employer has reduced your hours or shut down operations due to COVID-19, you can file an Unemployment Insurance (UI) claim. UI provides partial wage replacement benefit payments to workers who lose their job or have their hours reduced, through no fault of their own. Workers who are temporarily unemployed due to COVID-19 and expected to return to work with their employer within a few weeks a...re not required to actively seek work each week. However, they must remain able and available and ready to work during their unemployment for each week of benefits claimed and meet all other eligibility criteria. Eligible individuals can receive benefits that range from $40-$450 per week. The Governor’s Executive Order waives the one-week unpaid waiting period, so you can collect UI benefits for the first week you are out of work. If you are eligible, the EDD processes and issues payments within a few weeks of receiving a claim.

Can an employee use California Paid Sick Leave due to COVID-19 illness? Yes. If the employee has paid sick leave available, the employer must provide such leave and compensate the employee under California paid sick leave laws. Paid sick leave can be used for absences due to illness, the diagnosis, care or treatment of an existing health condition or preventative care for the employee or the employee’s family member.... Preventative care may include self-quarantine as a result of potential exposure to COVID-19 if quarantine is recommended by civil authorities. In addition, there may be other situations where an employee may exercise their right to take paid sick leave, or an employer may allow paid sick leave for preventative care. For example, where there has been exposure to COVID-19 or where the worker has traveled to a high risk area. Like our Page to stay updated on employment law rights! More to come!

Can You Get Fired If You Need to Stay Home To Watch Your Kids After Their School Closes? California law addresses this issue in Labor Code Section 230.8 which entitles employees to take up to 40 hours off work each year for their children's school activities - which would include a school closure. There is a little more to it than this excerpt, but in general:... An employer who employs 25 or more employees working at the same location shall not discharge or in any way discriminate against an employee who is a parent of one or more children of the age to attend kindergarten or grades 1 to 12, inclusive, or a licensed child care provider, for taking off up to 40 hours each year. Any employee who is discharged, threatened with discharge, demoted, suspended, or in any other manner discriminated against in terms and conditions of employment by his or her employer because the employee has taken time off to engage in child-related activities permitted in subdivision shall be entitled to reinstatement and reimbursement for lost wages and work benefits caused by the acts of the employer. It would be nice to think that employers will not be too reactionary at this uncertain time - but if they are, we are happy to help.

Tower Law will be ‘festivaling’ for the Mardi Gras Parade this afternoon! Come by to say hello and get some Mardi Gras trinkets! 1271 North Wishon (directly across the street from Me N Eds pizza!)

California law (effective January 2020) has given us a chance to go after abusers and the institutions that ignored and tolerated them. So be it. https://www.latimes.com///2020-02-17/boy-scouts-bankruptcy

But a civil lawsuit can ABSOLUTELY be filed... In fact many of our clients find true closure in having a jury of their peers confirm to the world that what thei...r abuser did was reprehensible and that it severely harmed them. And...in a civil lawsuit (unlike a criminal case) the jury awards money to the victim to punish the abuser and to pay for the emotional anguish of the abuse and counseling if necessary. See more

Be careful out there... https://life.gomcgill.com/tiktok-magnet-for-pedophiles-expe

Victims of sexual abuse committed by Church clergy are slowly but surely gaining courage to come forward against their clergy abusers. And now, a new law has just gone into effect January 2020 which may help. Fresno is no stranger to these sexual abuse allegations. For example, the Diocese of Fresno has been identified on the website BishopAccountability.org as a parish where clergy members accused of sexual misconduct once ministered. Sadly, there are many disturbing accou...nts of sexual misconduct committed against children (who are now adults) by trusted priests, and stories of church officials ignoring or turning a blind eye to the abuse rather than to stop it. At Tower Law, we urge Fresno survivors of clergy abuse to contact us with any questions you may have about seeking accountability from the church through the courts. We want to help, and we offer a free, confidential, no-obligation consultation. Message here through Facebook or call or text us directly at (559)917-6555.

Under the new California Child Victims Act, you are now able to file a lawsuit against your molester for the abuse you went through - regardless of your current age, the location of the abuse, or how long ago it occurred. This is a game changer for victims who have suffered in silence and have not been able to move on and get closure. If you are a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, we want to help. Contact us confidentially today by message or call at (559) 917-6555.

This is an extremely important new law for victims of sexual abuse - and it’s about time. If you want to talk and or have questions about this please call us. We will discuss your options in a confidential and respectful manner. Call or text Tower Law at (559)917-6555 (No charge) https://www.sacbee.com//capitol-alert/article236209553.html

Good lawyers can always make an argument - either way... https://stories.avvo.com//can-open-relationship-cost-job.h

We are easy to find and look forward to helping you with your legal needs.

If you see divorce in your future, it’s best think ahead of time about the money in the bank accounts... https://bit.ly/2NaX1Ep

Some good reminders if you are wrongfully terminated. https://stories.avvo.com//8-things-immediately-get-fired.h

A good reminder! https://stories.avvo.com//use-lose-end-year-employee-benef

Be sure to pass along a little kindness during this holiday season.

Attention Tower Business Owners: Is your Employee Manual up to date with the New 2020 laws? Do you even have an Employee Manual? Get compliant before you get sued! Tower Law will update (or create) your Employee Manual and incorporate all of the new 2020 laws (which start January 1)

In light of our new neighbors moving in soon to the old Bank of America building... https://news.bloomberglaw.com//new-york-state-bar-updates-

We look forward to serving the legal needs of the Tower District!