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Emma Denise Van Ginneken
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- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Employment Law
- Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Animal & Dog Law
- Medical Malpractice
- Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
- Nursing Home Abuse
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- California
- State Bar of California
- ID Number: 352022
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- State Bar of California # 352022
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3 Questions Answered
- Q. Is my former employer retaliation fair?
- A: If you believe your former employer retaliated against you unfairly, you might have legal protections depending on the circumstances. Retaliation typically involves adverse actions taken by an employer because an employee engaged in legally protected activity, such as reporting harassment, discrimination, or unsafe working conditions. Common signs of retaliation include termination, demotion, reduction in hours, or negative performance reviews that seem unjustified after you've engaged in such activity.
If you suspect retaliation, consider documenting all relevant details, including the timeline of events, any communications with management, and any proof of your protected actions. Reaching ... Read More
- Q. Can my parents legally take away and change the password of a device I bought without my permission?
- A: If you're under 18, your parents generally have the legal authority to set rules around the use of devices, even if you purchased the device with your own money. This is typically because parents or guardians are responsible for a minor’s welfare and can enforce restrictions they believe are in the child’s best interest. However, if you’re 18 or older, you likely have more autonomy over personal property, and taking or restricting access to it could raise legal questions.
If this situation is affecting you significantly, or if there’s a dispute, it may be beneficial to seek legal advice to understand your rights more clearly. HHJ Trial Attorneys, who handle a range of civil matters, ... Read More
- Q. Attorney-client or work product privileges - true statement?
- A: The statement is generally accurate. Attorney-client privilege and work product protections are designed to protect confidential communications and legal strategies between an attorney and their client, as well as materials prepared in anticipation of litigation. These privileges typically do not extend to witnesses or non-parties to the lawsuit, as they are not involved in the confidential attorney-client relationship or the internal legal strategy.
If you’re dealing with a specific case where privilege issues arise, consulting a law firm experienced in litigation, like HHJ Trial Attorneys, can provide you with a more precise understanding of how these privileges might apply or be limited, ... Read More
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