Filing a Lawsuit for Sexual Harassment Retaliation Quickly
Employees in California who report sexual harassment are legally protected from retaliation. Yet when employers respond with punishment or adverse treatment, fast and informed action is crucial. This guide from MSD Lawyers explains what retaliation looks like, how to preserve your rights, and the specific steps and deadlines involved in filing a lawsuit. Acting promptly, […]
What to Do If You Were Fired for Being Gay in California
Losing your job is difficult enough, but being fired because of who you are adds a deeper layer of pain and confusion. In California, it’s illegal to terminate someone for being gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or otherwise LGBTQ+. Both state and federal law protect you from this form of discrimination, and you have the right […]
California Maternity Leave Laws: Can You Sue for Employer Denial?
California has some of the strongest maternity leave and pregnancy discrimination protections in the country, yet many employees still face illegal denials or retaliation when they try to use them. If your employer refuses to approve legally protected maternity leave, you may have the right to file a claim or even sue for damages. Understanding […]
Attorney Camron Dowlatshahi Speaks to KTLA 5 on the Legal Battle Over the Los Angeles Lakers’ Ownership Stake
When high-stakes corporate governance, family trusts, and professional sports converge, the legal battles behind the scenes are often as intense as any game on the floor. Recently, Attorney Camron Dowlatshahi of MSD Lawyers joined KTLA 5 News to break down the complex legal dispute involving Los Angeles Lakers Governor Jeanie Buss and her siblings over […]
What Is the Borello Test and When Does It Apply in California?
Key Takeaways: The Borello test is California’s common law, multifactor standard for classifying workers as employees or independent contractors, focusing on the hiring entity’s control over work performance. Named after a 1989 California Supreme Court decision, it weighs 11 factors, with the hiring entity’s right to control the manner and means of work being the […]
