The aftermath of a sexual assault is something no one should have to face alone. The physical and emotional trauma may make the prospect of coming forward and seeking a legal resolution feel daunting, even overwhelming. Yet, with the support of an experienced Los...
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Navigating Wrongful Termination Claims in Los Angeles: What You Need to Know
Losing your job is never easy, but when it happens under unjust or unlawful circumstances, it can feel downright overwhelming. After all, facing wrongful termination isn't just about losing a job – it's a violation of your dignity, stability, and legal rights. At...
New York Mom Takes On Beauty Pageants For Discriminatory Rules
Danielle Hazel, a New York mother, has filed a human rights complaint against the Miss America and Miss World pageants for discriminatory rules that exclude mothers from participating. Represented by lawyer Gloria Allred of Allred, Maroko & Goldberg, Hazel...
New California Law Protects Workers From Employer Intimidation Tactics
As of Jan. 1, 2025, the California Worker Freedom from Employer Intimidation Act (SB 399) provides new protections for workers across the state. The law prohibits private and public employers from forcing or threatening employees to attend meetings or listen to...
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Faces Sex Trafficking Charges In New York
On Sept. 17, Sean “Diddy” Combs, a renowned figure in the hip-hop industry, faced serious charges in New York City. Prosecutors accused him of sex trafficking, transportation to engage in prostitution, and racketeering. Combs, 54, pleaded not guilty to these charges...
California Adds Vital Protections For Survivors To Rape Shield Law
On September 29, 2024, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1386 into law, enhancing California’s Rape Shield Law. This critical amendment, introduced by Sen. Anna Caballero, aims to protect survivors of sexual assault by preventing courtroom inquiries into their...
AMG Obtains $5.6M Settlement for California Inmate’s Wife Who Was Sexually Violated During Strip Search
The California Department of Corrections and other defendants have agreed to pay a total of $5.6 million to Christina Cardenas, the wife of an inmate after she was sexually abused during a strip search while visiting her husband. Attorney Gloria Allred of Allred,...
New York Real Estate Moguls Face Multiple Sexual Assault Accusations
Brothers Tal and Oren Alexander, who rose to prominence in New York City’s luxury real estate market, face multiple sexual assault allegations. The New York Times investigated these claims, revealing a troubling pattern of behavior. The brothers, known for brokering...
Snapchat to Pay $15 Million Over Discrimination and Harassment Allegations
Snapchat Inc. (“Snapchat”) has agreed to a $15 million settlement to resolve allegations made by California’s civil rights agency. The lawsuit accused the company of gender discrimination, failing to prevent sexual harassment, and retaliating against women who lodged...
Former Law Students File Title IX Complaint Against Joshua Wright
You may not have heard of Joshua Wright, but his actions have impacted many lives. Wright, a former professor at George Mason’s Antonin Scalia Law School in Virginia and an ex-FTC Commissioner, was accused of sexual misconduct by several of his former students. Two of...