Whistleblowers are scary, especially if you’re engaged in unlawful or illegal activity…or if you ever plan to be. State lawmakers have recently made it clear that they don’t want toRead MoreState Law Makers Vote to Protect Themselves from Whistleblowers
Regents of the University of California Smacked-Down by Jury
Whistleblower verdict of $730,000 won by University employee for retaliation. Stephen Danz & Associates is pleased to see that a huge verdict was returned in a recent California retaliation case,Read MoreRegents of the University of California Smacked-Down by Jury
Intentional Misconduct May not be a workman’s compensation claim
As California’s leading employment law firm representing plaintiff-employees, we’ve heard just about every workplace horror story there is. Many times, the employer will attempt to shield itself from liability byRead MoreIntentional Misconduct May not be a workman’s compensation claim
A Look Back At Sexual Harassment Courtesy of Mad Men
Christina Hendricks is arguably one of the most recognizable names in Hollywood since her first appearance on AMC’s Mad Men when it began in 2007. The show is a primeRead MoreA Look Back At Sexual Harassment Courtesy of Mad Men
UPDATE – Retired Proctor & Gamble CEO Vows to End Whistleblower Retaliation at VA.
Robert MacDonald was sworn into office as the 8th Secretary of Veteran’s Affairs just over a week ago, and already he has announcedRead MoreUPDATE – Retired Proctor & Gamble CEO Vows to End Whistleblower Retaliation at VA.
San Diego Gas & Electric Ordered to Pay $1.3 Million in Punitive Damages
David Bryant was a long time employee for San Diego Gas & Electric. Over the course of his career there he rose to the level of a billing supervisor. InRead MoreSan Diego Gas & Electric Ordered to Pay $1.3 Million in Punitive Damages
Employee Rights–Misclassification as Independent Contractor
Employee Rights: California employees misclassified as independent contractors seem to present low-hanging fruit to Calfiornia employers.As California’s largest employee-only law firm, we’ve seen just about all variations on this themeRead MoreEmployee Rights–Misclassification as Independent Contractor
Can I sue my California employer for defamation?
While most employment cases involve issues of discrimination or labor code violations, an increasing number of our clients are reporting defamation and slander concerns to us. Many of these areRead MoreCan I sue my California employer for defamation?
Whistle Blower Retaliation Awards for Punitive Damages
A FLordia resident received what is probably the highest damage award in history against R.J.Reynolds Tobacco Comkpany. The verict was 23.6 Billion (with a B!), based on “only” $17 MillionRead MoreWhistle Blower Retaliation Awards for Punitive Damages