In 2014, three new laws were enacted and added to the California Whistleblower Protection Act. The act already prevented employers from retaliating against employees that reported violations of state and federal laws to government officials or the police. Here is a look at the three laws that strengthened whistleblower protections in California. The act was … Continue reading
Author: Kesluk, Silverstein, Jacob & Morrison, P.C.
Remote Litigation During COVID-19: Adapt Or Get Left Behind
Attorney Douglas Silverstein Quoted in the Los Angeles Business Journal Many law firms and attorneys face unique challenges due to the spread of COVID-19. As efforts to control the spread of COVID-19 are underway, many attorneys cannot conduct legal proceedings in a courtroom. Here in Los Angeles, civil proceedings are not set to resume in … Continue reading
How the Recent SCOTUS Ruling Adds Federal Workplace Protections for LGBTQ Community
Our Los Angeles Discrimination Attorneys Explain the Implications The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled on an extremely important case last month, Bostock v. Clayton County, that adds federal workplace protections for the LGBTQ community. Transgender and sexual orientation discrimination are now illegal under federal law. In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court … Continue reading
Filing a Sexual Harassment Claim in California
Sexual harassment affects many workers, job applicants and even unpaid interns in California. However, as the #MeToo Movement demonstrated two years ago, you do not need to suffer in silence. Individuals experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace may have legal options. Below, our Los Angeles employment attorneys included helpful information on California sexual harassment laws. … Continue reading
How Can I Seek Damages from a Wrongful Termination Suit?
If you are interested in suing a former employer for wrongful termination, there a few things you should know about this specific type of employment lawsuit. In wrongful termination cases, you are asking the jury to award you money, which is known as awarding damages. Usually these damages are monetary, and they are usually the … Continue reading
