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What Is The Law For Sick Days? San Francisco And California Employee Leave Law Explained

Kathy from San Francisco writes:  “I started working part-time for a small tech start-up in San Francisco in February this year. Last Wednesday, my five-year-old son came down with the stomach flu so I e-mailed my supervisor that evening that that I would not be working my shifts Thursday, and possibly Friday to take care of my sick child. When I returned to work on Monday, my supervisor told me that I should not be taking “so much” time off.  I was confused by his statement because I have not taken any sick days since starting this job and just assumed that I had some available.  I checked my paystub to confirm how much paid sick leave I have accrued but it did not have that information.  I have my six-month performance review coming up.  Should I be worried that taking a couple of days off to take care of my sick child will affect it? 

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Student Abuse: What Initial Steps To Take If Your Child Was Abused At School

student abuse lawyer, attorney in special needs students neglect lawsuits

Shauna writes:  “Dear Christopher – I am a mother of a 12-year-old little girl, who just completed her first year of middle school, and a 10-year-old boy. Recently, my daughter started waking up in the middle of the night, crying from nightmares. She also seemed to be more withdrawn and argumentative with the family. When it started, I thought perhaps it was because she was entering puberty. After three weeks of this behavior, and my husband and I not being able to figure out what was causing it, we took her to a counselor. After a month of counseling sessions, my daughter said that an adult had ‘touched her’ and made her ‘feel dirty.’

This has been, and continues to be, my family’s worse nightmare. My child was in middle school and not involved in outside activities where she would be around adults unsupervised. The only babysitter I have allowed around her is my mother and mother-in-law. She doesn’t even go to neighbors’ houses to play. As a mom, I still follow my daughter into restrooms in public places.

My husband and I believe this may have happened at the end of the school year, with a teacher or an adult on campus. However, she is not at a point in therapy where she wants to give many details about this at all. What do we do about reporting this and finding out some answers? I don’t want her to hurt even more from this all.”

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We’re Gearing Up For Pedalfest 2017

Come Join Us On July 22, 2017, At The Bay Area’s Premier Bicycling Celebration

The Dolan Law Firm is proud to sponsor again Bike East Bay’s Pedalfest! Join us on Saturday, July 22, 2017, from 11 am to 6 pm at Jack London Square, for a free celebration of cycling, family, food and fun. Enjoy dare-devil stunts, art bikes, and live music on a pedal-powered stage. Bike East Bay promotes healthy, sustainable communities by making bicycling safe, fun and accessible.

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What Is The Law On Leaving A Baby Or Child In A Car?

Attorney Chris Dolan explain law on leaving a child or baby alone in a car

This week’s question comes from Cheryl in Petaluma, who asks:  “I recently heard your PSA on the radio regarding children dying from heat stroke by accident when they are locked in cars. What are the legal repercussions of leaving children unattended in parked vehicles and are there any new laws designed to protect children in automobiles?”

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Chris Dolan Ranked As Top 100 Super Lawyer For 11th Consecutive Year

Super Lawyers Recognition of Chris Dolan Follows Earlier Awards For Top Plaintiff Lawyers In California And Best Injury Lawyer In San Francisco

San Francisco (CA) – July 10, 2017 – The Dolan Law Firm congratulates Chief Legal Counsel Christopher B. Dolan for being named by Super Lawyers as a Top 100 Northern California Super Lawyer for the eleventh consecutive year. In addition, Dolan Law Firm attorneys Aimee Kirby, Mari Bandoma Callado, Christina Garcia, Megan Irish, and Sandra Isabelle Tan were each selected as 2017 Rising Stars.

“We are grateful to be recognized by our peers as among the best lawyers and rising stars in Northern California. We take great pride in obtaining justice for our clients and holding the powerful accountable,” stated Dolan, who founded the firm in 1995.

Using a point system that combines independent research and peer evaluation, and based on evaluation criteria that includes success at trial, major settlements, and leadership in professional organizations, only 5% of the attorneys within the candidate pool are annually selected as Super Lawyers. From this group, the attorneys with the highest point totals are designated Top 100 Super Lawyers.

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Pick Up Truck Broadsides Motorcycle On Carmel Valley Road Killing Motorcyclist

Fatal Motorcycle Crash Occurred After Truck Driver Entered Lane For Opposing Traffic

July 7, 2017 (Carmel Valley, CA) – A motorcyclist was struck and killed by a motorist driving west on Carmel Valley Road at Self ridge lane on Thursday, July 6, 2017, around 12:00 pm.

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Truck Hit And Run Collision On Highway I-80 Kills Motorcyclist Nicholas Brown

Big Rig Truck Driver Struck Motorcycle And Fled Scene

July 7, 2017 (San Pablo, CA) – A motorcyclist was struck and killed by a big rig truck driving on westbound Interstate Highway 80 on the morning of July 3, 2017, in the area of El Portal Drive in San Pablo, California.

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You Can Do Something About These #$@&* Potholes and Broken Sidewalks! 311 It!!

Daniela from Bernal Heights told me the other day about a pothole in a crosswalk in her neighborhood that never seems to get fixed and keeps getting worse. She said she is afraid a bicyclist or pedestrian is going to get seriously injured and wondered why The City has not repaired the crosswalk.

Daniela: I am glad you are alarmed. You should be. It is so important to prevent injuries and to keep people safe. Fortunately, you can turn your concern into action. You can take steps to help make San Francisco better for older people, disabled people, people on bicycles, and everyone else. You can report dangerous conditions before people are injured.

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Casino Bus Crash On Golden Gate Bridge Results In Serious Injuries

July 5, 2017 – San Francisco, CA – Eleven people were injured when a Graton Casino tour bus rear ended a car.

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