No one wants to get fired, especially in this economy. With the ups and downs of coronavirus, getting fired from a job is the last thing we want to think about. Yet, even during a global pandemic, employers will do shady dealings. Wrongful Termination is more than just feeling slighted by your job. It’s not […]
read moreGrowing up, we all heard that no one likes a tattletale. Typically, a tattletale told the adult in the room everything that some kid was doing. The kid may have been doing some naughty things, but mostly the adult just got tired of hearing this kid give them the play-by-play of someone’s behavior. The lesson […]
read moreWorkers with disabilities have various rights provided to them under both federal and state laws. Unfortunately, there are times when employers violate the rights of employees with disabilities. At The Kaufman Law Firm, our skilled Los Angeles workplace discrimination attorneys have extensive experience helping clients who have been treated unfairly by their employers. Here, we […]
read moreWe work so we can support ourselves and our families. The last thing that any of us expects is that we will be fired from our jobs for doing the right thing. Unfortunately, wrongful terminations are not uncommon in and around the Los Angeles area. At The Kaufman Law Firm, our Los Angeles wrongful termination […]
read moreMost of us just want to go to work every day, do our jobs, and earn an income so we can support ourselves and our families. However, facing false accusations in the workplace can be devastating and lead to a person feeling like there is no way out of a difficult situation. This is especially […]
read moreWhen you turn on the television, one of the main phrases you may hear on a fictional or reality TV show is “I’m going to sue you for assault!” However, what happens if you do really need to file a lawsuit against somebody who has assaulted you? It is important to understand how assault is […]
read moreSexual harassment should never be tolerated in any workplace throughout Los Angeles or California. Unfortunately, even in light of the #MeToo movement, sexual harassment is still a common theme in many workplaces in our area. It seems like there are always headlines related to sexual harassment in an employment setting, including the recent suspension of […]
read moreRecently, the Supreme Court heard a case related to two Catholic schools and whether or not employees are allowed to sue their employers for discrimination. One case involved a worker who alleged disability discrimination after she disclosed her breast cancer diagnosis, and another case revolved around a teacher who alleged age discrimination. Here, the Los […]
read moreIf you are employed in California, then you generally have extensive protections from discrimination in the workplace. While federal law does protect workers in the country against most forms of discrimination, California state law typically provides extended protection, particularly when it comes to the LGBTQ community. Now, thanks to a recent ruling by the US […]
read moreAs the economies of California and the rest of the United States begin to gradually open up after major shutdowns caused by the coronavirus pandemic, one major news story is dominating headlines in the state – the lawsuit against Uber and Lyft. The state of California and many city governments are joining together in an […]
read moreYour job is more than just a source of income. It is a major part of your lifestyle. If you have been the victim of wrongful termination, wrongful demotion or any kind of discriminatory business practices, it is time to take action and contact a Ventura employment law attorney that can help. Attorney Matthew A. Kaufman and the team at The Kaufman Law Firm bring experience and a vast arsenal of legal resources to help clients recover the money they deserve.
To learn more, contact our Westlake Village law office today and schedule an initial evaluation to discuss your case.