Advocates for Justice

MICRA has been a contentious issue since its inception in 1975. For nearly half a century, its cap on non-economic damages remained stagnant at $250,000 despite skyrocketing inflation and living costs. At long last, it was increased to $350,000 two years ago; however, this limit still leaves potential victims with inadequate compensation for their pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

Last summer, Governor Jerry Brown signed AB-2053, which requires California employers with 50 or more employees to provide workforce bullying training in addition to the required sexual harassment training.  This training is now mandated for employers beginning January 1, 2015.