Wrongful Termination After Taking Sick Leave in California

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are concerned about staying healthy and preventing germs from spreading to others. For many people, this means remaining home from work if they are feeling ill, whereas, in past years, they may have powered through their illness at the office. Employees generally learn about their employer’s […]
Rudy Giuliani sued by former employee who claims he demanded sexual favors, often spewed derogatory comments towards minorities, and created a hostile work environment

Noelle Dunphy, a 43-year-old New York woman, filed a $3.1 million lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani. She claims that the former mayor demanded sexual favors and created a toxic work environment by constantly making derogatory comments toward women, minorities, and anyone he considered disloyal. In Dunphy’s filing she alleges that the former US Attorney, once hailed […]
Wrongful Termination for Reporting Harassment & Discrimination in California

Everyone has the right to feel safe in their workplace. Though certain jobs are more dangerous than others, all employees are entitled to basic levels of respect and care when they are at work. When this does not happen, or someone is actively disrespecting you, it is considered harassment. Harassment is not tolerated in most […]
Wrongful Termination for Seeking Payment of Wages in California

Even if you love your job and enjoy going to work, your job is ultimately a means to support your family and your lifestyle. Because of this, proper payment is incredibly important. Unfortunately, employers do not always act with honor when it comes to paying their employees. Rather than making proper budget cuts or changes, […]
Wrongful Termination for Reporting Fraud in California

Whether you love your job or simply tolerate it for the paycheck, you likely have some level of loyalty to your company. Unfortunately, businesses do not always deserve employee loyalty. Fraud, embezzlement, and other illegal activities happen all the time in the business world, a practice that is perpetuated by those who see what is […]
Wrongful Termination for Using FMLA Leave in California

Though many people are passionate about their jobs, work is ultimately a way to support one’s family and lifestyle. When family emergencies or illnesses arise, most workers prioritize their families rather than focusing on work. The federal government supports this through the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This act states that workers can take […]
New Year, New Employment Laws in California

Heads up Californians. Beginning January 1, 2023, several new employment laws and changes will take effect in California. Here are a few highlights: Minimum Wage Increase Effective January 1, 2023, California will increase its minimum wage to $15.50 per hour and an increase in the salary for exempt employees to $64,480. Local jurisdictions may have higher […]
Ex-Spurs Employee Settles Lawsuit against NBA and Former Player Josh Primo Over Repeated Indecent Exposure Allegations

Therapist and former consulting psychologist for the San Antonio Spurs, Dr. Hillary Cauthen settled her lawsuit against the team and ex-player Josh Primo, over the team’s handling of her allegations of the player intentionally exposing himself to her on several occasions. The therapist settled her lawsuit with the former San Antonio Spurs player and the […]
Kanye West Settles with Former Employees Who Accused Him of Antisemitic Language Dating Back At Least 7 Years

Kanye West — who has faced fallout in recent weeks in the wake of repeated antisemitic comments — has recently paid a settlement to a former employee who alleged that he used antisemitic language in the workplace. Over the past five years, six other former employees or collaborators said that they recalled multiple instances of […]
Jury Awards $4-Million Dollar Verdict For LAPD Captain In Sexual Harassment Case Over Doctored Photo Shared By Cops

A female Los Angeles Police Captain was awarded $4-million dollars by a jury for her sexual harassment case against the city over a fake nude photograph that was shared around the department. A photograph of a half-naked woman whose face was digitally altered to resemble Captain Lillian Carranza, who at the time commanded the Commercial […]