A recent arrest in North Hollywood has drawn renewed attention to how the justice system handles sexual assault cases. For survivors, criminal charges are only one part of the picture. Many don’t realize that civil claims can run alongside a criminal prosecution, offering a separate path toward accountability and compensation. What Happened in North Hollywood…
What Law Actually Covers Workplace Harassment? California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act, often referred to by its FEHA acronym, is the primary state law prohibiting harassment based on sex, gender, and other protected characteristics in the workplace. The relevant provisions are set out in Government Code Section 12940, which makes it unlawful for an employer…
A recent California verdict put workplace sexual harassment back in the headlines. It also offered a clear reminder of what state law protects and what employers owe the people who work for them. For anyone facing similar treatment on the job, the outcome carries practical lessons. What the Jury Decided In February 2026, a San…
Workplace sexual harassment raises urgent questions for people who are often already dealing with a stressful and uncomfortable situation. Here are answers to what clients ask most often when they first consider taking action. What Actually Counts as Sexual Harassment at Work? California law recognizes two broad categories. Quid pro quo harassment involves job benefits…
Patients place considerable trust in their physicians. When a medical provider violates that trust, the consequences can be lasting and severe. A recent Los Angeles case involving a former Woodland Hills physician illustrates both the gravity of that harm and the way the legal system holds offenders accountable. A Woodland Hills Doctor Held Accountable According…