Can Nepotism Lead to a Discrimination Claim in California?
Nepotism in the workplace is not automatically illegal under California or federal law. However, when a supervisor consistently promotes, hires, or rewards family members over equally or more qualified employees who belong to a protected class, that favoritism can cross into unlawful employment discrimination. If you work in California and suspect that a manager’s pattern […]
Camron Dowlatshahi Featured in Law360 on What California Wage and Hour Law Still Needs
Law360 Employment Authority asked wage and hour attorneys on both sides of the bar a straightforward question: what do you want to see change in the rest of 2026? The resulting piece drew from management-side and worker-side lawyers across the country. MSD Lawyers partner Camron Dowlatshahi was one of the attorneys featured, and his answer […]
What Is Double Time Under California Overtime Law for LA, SF, and CA Workers?
Understanding Double Time Pay in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Across California: Your Rights Under California Overtime Law Key Takeaways: Under California overtime law, non-exempt employees must be paid double time, twice their regular rate, for hours beyond 12 in a single workday. California’s daily overtime triggers exceed federal law, which only requires time and […]
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Settle Out of Court: Camron Dowlatshahi Weighs In on Entertainment Tonight and More
The recent settlement between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni marks the end of a nearly two-year legal battle that captivated the entertainment world. As the case reached its final stages, MSD Lawyersâ partner Camron Dowlatshahi was invited to provide expert legal commentary on Entertainment Tonight, offering his professional insights into the complexities of high-profile employment […]
MSD Lawyers Los Angeles Employment & Personal Injury Firm Hires Mark Russ as Trial Counsel
MSD Lawyers, a Los Angeles-based employment and personal injury firm, has expanded its trial bench with the addition of veteran attorney Mark Russ as Trial Counsel. Bringing more than three decades of courtroom experienceâincluding extensive work in criminal defense and public serviceâRuss strengthens the firmâs ability to handle high-stakes litigation on behalf of workers and […]
Camron Dowlatshahi speaking to USA Today about Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension
The suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live! has sparked debate over the boundaries of political speech and broadcast regulation. Entertainment and media attorney, Camron Dowlatshahi notes that the FCCâs reported involvement, focused not on profanity or explicit content but on perceived political messaging, marks an unusual moment for media oversight. The situation highlights growing tensions between entertainment, politics, and […]
MSD Lawyers Secure $4.37 Million Judgment Against âIcelandic Richard Bransonâ
For Immediate Release Icelandic Tycoon Jon Olafsson Gets Late-Night Summons and $4.37 Million Judgment New York Lender Triumphant In Battle With The âIcelandic Richard Bransonâ NEW YORK, April 15, 2025 â Entrepreneur Jon Olafsson, dubbed the âIcelandic Richard Branson,â has been ordered to pay $4.37 million to a commercial lender for an unpaid loan he […]
Attorney Camron Dowlatshahi Breaks Down Smokey Robinson Sexual Abuse Allegations on KTLA
In a recent KTLA segment, employment and entertainment attorney Camron Dowlatshahi of MSD Lawyers offered expert legal commentary on the serious sexual abuse allegations facing legendary singer Smokey Robinson. The claims, brought by four former housekeepers and a former personal assistant, allege a pattern of misconduct. Dowlatshahi emphasized that when multiple individuals independently come forward […]
Attorney Camron Dowlatshahi Analyzes LADWPâs Legal Defense Strategy
In this video, personal injury attorney Camron Dowlatshahi of MSD Lawyers breaks down the LADWPâs legal defense strategy. He unpacks the utility’s surprising reliance on a 114-year-old court rulingâand explains why he believes that argument may not hold up in court today.
