Sachi Clements
Attorney · University of San Francisco School of Law
Liquidated Damages and Punitive Damages Under the FLSA
If you're owed unpaid wages, you might also be able to collect penalties or other sums from your employer. ... READ MORE
How Much Can I Get for My Workers' Compensation Case in California?
When you’ve had a workplace injury or illness in California, the most pressing question on your mind is probably how much you’ll get in workers’ compensation benefits. After all, if you’ve had to take time off from work, you’re no doubt wondering how you’ll pay your bills. ... READ MORE
What to Do Before You Meet with a Workers' Comp Lawyer
Learn what to bring to your consultation with a workers' comp attorney and what types of questions to ask. ... READ MORE
Selecting a Workers' Comp Attorney
Learn how to find, research, and choose the best lawyer for your workers' comp case. ... READ MORE
Signs That Your Workers' Compensation Lawyer Is Doing a Bad Job
If you’re unhappy with the way your workers’ comp case is going, you may feel inclined to blame your lawyer. But the workers’ compensation system is often a slow and frustrating process. ... READ MORE
Can I Collect a Penalty If My Workers' Comp Benefit Payments Are Late?
If your workers' comp benefit checks are late, you may be able to collect penalties and interest—and the penalties might be higher when the insurance company acts unreasonably. ... READ MORE
Can the Workers' Comp Insurance Company Spy on Me?
When you file a workers' comp claim, it's common—and usually legal—for a private investigator to follow you in public or online. Learn how to keep this spying from hurting your case. ... READ MORE
Violence in the Workplace: Prevention and Response
Employers can take a number of measures to reduce the risk of workplace violence. ... READ MORE
Is My Employer Required to Maintain a Safe Work Environment?
All employees have the right to a safe working environment. Under the federal Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act, employers must take steps to keep the workplace free of safety hazards that could cause death or serious injury to their employees. ... READ MORE
Collecting Federal Disability Retirement for a Work-Related Injury
If you work for the federal government and you’re disabled due to a work-related injury, you can apply for early retirement through the Office of Personnel Management's Disability Retirement program. These benefits are separate from workers’ compensation benefits. ... READ MORE