Attorney jumps to Bullivant as firm grows employment practice Jul 28, 2008
Employment law is not a core practice area at Diepenbrock Harrison, but it s a growing one at Bullivant particularly in a down economy when layoffs prompt wrongful termination complaints and other types of litigation. Susan is a very accomplished trial lawyer who really adds to the depth of our trial bench in Sacramento, said Sacramento lawyer and Bullivant board chair Taylor Florence. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
More of this story... Jul 24, 2008
A former library aide at the Lindsay branch has filed a claim for wrongful termination against Tulare County. The claim was filed on July 9 by Warren Paboojian, the attorney representing former library aide Brenda Biesterfeld, who was fired March 6 after reporting a patron viewing child pornography to the Lindsay Police Department. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
Palenick gets his day in court Jul 24, 2008
That s when a hearing will take place on former Rio Rancho City Manager Jim Palenick s wrongful termination lawsuit. Palenick was fired in December of 2006 by city councilors. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Goldman Sachs invests $21m in CambridgeSoft Jul 22, 2008
Ex-Bruker unit VP claims wrongful termination Brian Lamy, a former vice president and tax director for Bruker Corp.'s BioSpin unit, sued the Billerica life sciences company in federal court last week, saying he was wrongfully fired after complaining about accounting practices. Lamy said he voiced his concerns to his supervisor and a company attorney in June 2007 and was fired a month later because of "poor attendance," according to the suit. (Boston Globe)
Wrestling coach is set to sue Selma Jul 22, 2008
Husein's attorney, Gabriele Alger-Gruelich, alleges Husein, who is of Palestinian descent, is the victim of an anti-Arab bias and that the coach plans to file a claim against Selma Unified School District for wrongful termination. The claim is the first step before a lawsuit can be filed. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Fired library aide claims wrongful termination Jul 16, 2008
VISALIA -- A library aide who lost her job with Tulare County has filed a claim for wrongful termination alleging she was fired for calling police to say she saw a patron viewing child pornography on a library computer. The claim, signed by Fresno attorney Warren Paboojian -- who is representing former library assistant Brenda Biesterfeld -- is the first step before a lawsuit can be filed. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Former administrator wins termination case Jul 15, 2008
(AP) - A former Monroe City Schools administrator won $246,000 in a judgment against the school district for wrongful termination. A jury ruled that the district violated Deborah Mahan's due-process rights by failing to conduct tenure hearing when her employment was terminated. (KSLA.com, LA)
The underside of NASCAR Jul 14, 2008
Now Grant has filed a $225 million harassment lawsuit against NASCAR alleging "racial and sexual discrimination, sexual harassment and wrongful termination." "I loved it. It was a great, exciting, adrenaline-filled job where I worked with fast cars and the best drivers in the world," Grant told the Associated Press. "But there was an ongoing daily pattern (of harassment). It was the nature of the people I worked with, the people who ran it, it trickled down from the top." The lawsuit details 23... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Blunt decision Jul 7, 2008
Blunt faces a civil wrongful termination lawsuit filed in January by former staff member Scott Eckersley, who alleges Blunt and other members of his administration improperly fired Eckersley and then sent defamatory statements about him to several newspaper reporters across the state. Blunt also was sued in May by an independent team appointed by Attorney General Nixon, a Democratic candidate for governor, assembled to investigate the Blunt administration's handling of e-mail records. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
State to mediate former Flagler attorney's discrimination complaint Jul 3, 2008
(Constructive discharge is a form of wrongful termination wherein a supervisor makes one's working conditions so intolerable they're forced to quit, according to legal standards. . (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Analyst Reynolds makes return to TBS Jul 2, 2008
Reynolds, a former All-Star second baseman who now appears at MLB.com and works some New York Mets local TV games, settled his $5 million wrongful termination lawsuit against ESPN in April. Reynolds said he "stood on principle and never wavered.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Most employees can be terminated at any time Jun 29, 2008
He stated I was an "employee at will." Do I have any grounds for a wrongful termination ... Based on my limited knowledge about your particular situation, it is difficult for me to assess whether you have a strong case for successful wrongful termination suit. (Boston Globe)
Chevron ordered to pay $5.5 million in wrongful firing case Jun 29, 2008
5 million by a San Francisco federal court jury that found Chevron liable for retaliation and wrongful termination. Kiran Pande, who holds a Ph. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
City seeks to have suit dismissed Jun 27, 2008
The city is asking the courts to dismiss former Assessor Maria Kattmann's wrongful termination lawsuit. Kattmann sued the city in May, one week after the Suffolk City Council voted unanimously to fire her. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Turnover, turmoil plague Humane Society Jun 24, 2008
In January 1997, Jewell sued the agency for breach of contract, wrongful termination, libel and more. In March, an animal control supervisor was arrested on charges of forgery and grand theft for allegedly stealing from her employees and the humane society. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
League City mired in hiring controversy Jun 22, 2008
Cones said Randall s statements reveal inexperience, adding that, if he were asked to resign in such a situation, he would sue the city for wrongful termination, although Cones said he did not know if Hallisey had any such plans. Cones also called for unity among council members. (The Citizen - online, TX)
Tom BowlesINSIDE NASCAR Jun 19, 2008
Now she's at the center of a filed against the organization, in which she alleges sexual and racial discrimination, sexual harassment and wrongful termination. She claims she was called demeaning names, subjected to sexual advances -- including two male co-workers allegedly to her -- and made the brunt of graphic and lewd jokes. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Interim & ex: 2 managers on city payroll Jun 19, 2008
She also filed a wrongful termination claim with the city, which was denied. Black said more litigation is expected involving Sanches, and there is an indication that another former city employee will file a federal suit against the city. (Daily Triplicate)
Commentary: NASCAR faces uphill battle in harassment case Jun 17, 2008
Published: Monday, June 16, 2008 10:19 PM CDT It seems like NASCAR has a big problem on its hand with the recent allegations that former aspiring racing official Mauricia Grant is suing the popular racing series for 225 million for alleging racial and sexual discrimination, sexual harassment and wrongful termination. Grant is a 32-year-old black women, who worked as a technical inspector responsible for certifying cars in NASCAR s second-tier Nationwide Series from January 2005 until her... (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
NASCAR struggles to outgrow redneck image Jun 13, 2008
But the $225 million racial and sexual harassment and wrongful termination suit filed in New York this week by an African-American woman who served two years as a technical inspector on NASCAR's second-echelon Nationwide Series is a huge setback. Not only does it threaten to derail what NASCAR is officially trying to achieve, it raises the question again about blacks and stock car racing. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
NASCAR hit with lawsuit Jun 12, 2008
Now she's suing NASCAR for $225 million, alleging racial and sexual discrimination, sexual harassment and wrongful termination. "I loved it. It was a great, exciting, adrenaline-filled job where I worked with fast cars and the best drivers in the world," Grant told The Associated Press. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Nigeria: FG Loses Arbitration to Solgas in London Jun 11, 2008
Vanguard learnt that while indicting the Federal Government over wrongful termination of the 10 years financial management services contract entered with Solgas, the Arbitration also questioned the actions of government personnel and that of Mr. Seun Oyefeso, the Executive Vice Chairman of the company ... However in 2004 after the 10 years financial management service contract was terminated by the Federal Government, Solgas filed for wrongful termination before a panel of jurists in London. (allAfrica.com)
Ex-official sues NASCAR, claims racism taunts Jun 11, 2008
Now shes suing NASCAR for $225 million, alleging racial and sexual discrimination, sexual harassment and wrongful termination. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Judge sides with attorney who claimed wrongful termination Jun 11, 2008
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Ex-racing official sues NASCAR, claiming bias Jun 11, 2008
Ex-racing official files $250M lawsuit against NASCAR Suit alleges discrimination, harassment and wrongful termination ... A former racing official is suing NASCAR for $250 million, alleging racial and sexual discrimination, sexual harassment and wrongful termination. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Audit reveals trouble at Long Beach Museum of Art Jun 11, 2008
The museum's previous executive director, Harold Nelson, filed a wrongful termination suit after he was fired in November 2006. A call to his attorney before business hours Wednesday was not immediately returned. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Former employees sue Big Sky Airlines Jun 7, 2008
- Big Sky Airlines executives failed to honor a key labor contract as they liquidated the company, according to a lawsuit filed by former employees who allege wrongful termination and breech of contract. Officials for United Transportation Union Local 15 are suing the airline and its parent company, Minneapolis-based MAIR Holdings Inc., in U.S. District Court in Billings. (Montana Standard, MT)
Never Mind the Manners, Here Comes a Sex Pistol Jun 5, 2008
In addition to multiple violations of the state labor code, Davis is alleging assault and battery, sexual harassment and discrimination, negligent supervision and hiring, intentional infliction of emotional distress and wrongful termination. A rep for Rotten couldn't immediately be reached for comment. (E! Online)
City Council in 60 seconds Jun 4, 2008
5 million in her wrongful termination lawsuit against the city. Monteiro, who served as the executive director of the Police Review and Advisory Board from 1990 until she was fired in 2003, accused City Manager Bob Healy of retaliating against her and ultimately fired her after she filed a complaint alleging racial discrimination in the workplace. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Philly News Anchor Target in FBI Probe of Scandal Jun 4, 2008
The e-mail interceptions allegedly took place while Lane was defending herself on the criminal charges in the New York police case and preparing to sue the station for wrongful termination, Rosen said. "There were incidents in which she was embarrassed by information that was made public that only a very, very discrete number of people would know about," Rosen said. (Newsmax)
Council picks interim manager May 30, 2008
She has filed a wrongful termination lawsuit. Reach Nicholas Grube at ngrube@triplicate. (Daily Triplicate)
The story is here. May 28, 2008
5 million in wrongful termination lawsuit - Cambridge, MA - Cambridge Chronicle & Cambridge TAB ... 5 million in wrongful termination lawsuit. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Council kills management retirement plan May 23, 2008
In a wrongful termination lawsuit filed against the city in Suffolk Circuit Court last week, Kattmann alleged one reason she was fired was because she asked to be included in the executive retirement plan for several months with no response. Reader Comments. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
U.S. District Court Says Christopher Radko is Not Responsible for Rauch Debts in ''Elmet'' Case May 22, 2008
Mr. Radko alleges numerous violations by Rauch including securities fraud, fraudulent concealment, breach of contract, conversion of his personal assets, wrongful termination and unjust enrichment. About Christopher Radko: Christopher Radko is an iconic name in American home dcor. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tulsa judge refuses to dismiss Lindsay Roberts May 20, 2008
(AP) _ Lindsay Roberts, wife of former Oral Roberts University president Richard Roberts, has lost her bid to be dismissed from a wrongful termination lawsuit accusing her and her husband of misspending school funds and other moral and ethical lapses. Attorneys for Lindsay Roberts attempted Tuesday to convince Tulsa County District Court Judge Rebecca Nightingale that there were no allegations of any unlawful act made against her in the suit. (FOX23.com, OK)
Assessments: Unlikely to be rescinded this year, interim assessor said May 18, 2008
Kattmann has since filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against the city. Over the past few weeks, several residents have publicly urged Council to trash this year's assessments and start over from scratch with a new reassessment next year. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Reynolds back in the game -- on TV May 18, 2008
for wrongful termination, refusing to let the Bristol empire halt his career -- he had just signed a six-year, $4. 9 million deal -- without challenging the accusations. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Disputes reflect continuing tension over Title IX issues May 13, 2008
6 million award from her wrongful termination lawsuit. Fresno State has appealed the decision. (USA Today -- Sports)
Former Chief sues Cameron May 8, 2008
The Law Offices of Brian R. Barjenbruch, LLC, filed charges on behalf of Bennett for Wrongful Termination, Defamation and Inverse Condemnation against the City of Cameron. Charges were also filed for Defamation against both the Cameron City Manager, Phil Lammers and Water Sewer Distribution Superintendent John Carroll. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Rainier School Board members state their case against recall May 8, 2008
Hang in there wrote on May 7, 2008 1:42 PM:" My comment was that a re-call should be held for illegal activity, not that it was required for a recall. And furthermore all you folks are so damn ready to recall, well where in the heak is all this evidence that the board did not do their jobs. I have not seen or heard anything which would say they did not do their jobs. They proceeded properly with Mr Carter, would you prefer they had opened the district for a lawsuit for wrongful termination.... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Charlesbank Equity Fund May 8, 2008
He later sued the company for wrongful termination and settled for an undisclosed sum. Combined, the two CEOs received $2. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Cost may bar hiring agency to search for Flagler attorney May 6, 2008
She claimed she'd been constructively discharged from her position, which is a form of wrongful termination created when an employer makes an employee's working conditions so intolerable that he or she feels compelled to leave. Bosch's last months with the county were rife with controversy amid an investigation into her discrimination claims that also included complaints of having her belongings illegally searched, being denied professional development and benefits, and being subjected to... (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Mayor won't discipline Sainz for curse words May 4, 2008
It factors into a lawsuit filed last month by Rick Reynolds, assistant chief operating officer, alleging wrongful termination in part for blowing the whistle on the e-mail's contents. Aguirre held a news conference yesterday to denounce the communication as an example of superficial politics at its worst. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
City Hall vulgarity on display in e-mail May 3, 2008
The e-mail factors into a lawsuit by a city employee who sued last month for wrongful termination, alleging he was forced out in part for blowing the whistle on its contents. Rick Reynolds said he was terminated as assistant chief operating officer after calling into question Sainz's conduct, including the e-mail, which a city security system flagged for inappropriate language. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Judge Carol L. Mittlesteadt Issues Public Apology for Her Role in Lawsuit That 'Lacked Legal Basis' Against Thomas M. Siebel May 2, 2008
Mr. Siebel initiated the malicious prosecution case against Mittlesteadt in 2000 in response to a wrongful termination and gender discrimination claim that Mittlesteadt filed in 1996 on behalf of a former employee of Siebel Systems, Inc. Mittlesteadt filed her suit while Siebel Systems was preparing for its initial public offering, and thus was particularly vulnerable to disclosable litigation claims. Mr. Siebel prevailed in that case when the court determined that all claims against him were... (PR Newswire)
Ohio State cuts $2.74 million check for O'Brien May 2, 2008
Payment ends debt owed in O'Brien lawsuit for wrongful termination. O'Brien was fired for allegedly giving a Serbian recruit $6,000. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Report: Second Nanny Sues Rob Lowe May 2, 2008
People said that Laura Boyce is accusing Lowe and his wife of sexual harassment and wrongful termination, among other things. Lowe's attorney declined to comment, since he hadn't seen the lawsuit yet. (WNBC.com, NY)
Those without cable may end up with more channels May 2, 2008
Matsikas' lawsuit filed July 27 in Fresno Superior Court alleged sexual harassment; pregnancy discrimination; failure to maintain an environment free from harassment; negligent supervision, hiring and retention; wrongful termination in viola- tion of public policy; sexual battery; intentional infliction of emotional distress; negligent infliction of emotional distress; and retaliation. "I am now looking to get back into radio or television," Matsikas says. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Vulgarity again in mayoral race May 2, 2008
The e-mail factors into a lawsuit by a city employee who sued last month for wrongful termination, alleging he was forced out in part for blowing the whistle on its contents. Rick Reynolds was terminated as assistant chief operating officer after twice calling into question Sainz's conduct, in the first case for the e-mail, which a city security system flagged for inappropriate language. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
APNewsBreak: Ex-Oral Roberts Professors Ask School For $2.5M Apr 23, 2008
The wrongful termination lawsuit, filed Oct. 2, initially included three former professors who claimed they were forced out after reporting the school's potentially illegal involvement in a local mayoral race and after they gave school regents a copy of a report documenting alleged moral and ethical problems of Richard Roberts and his family. Roberts and his wife, Lindsay, are accused of spending school funds on shopping sprees, home improvements and a stable of horses and for their daughters. (CBS News -- US)
Central wasted money Apr 22, 2008
However, I wish similar wisdom had been shown by Central Unified's board when it foolishly decided to waste taxpayer money in pursuing an unwinnable appeal against former principal Pauline Dedekian's 2006 lawsuit for wrongful termination. She won her suit in Fresno Superior Court, where her credibility (as reported by The Bee) was found to outweigh that of former Central Unified (now Fresno County) Superintendent Larry Powell. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Most Mass. workers entitled to meal breaks Apr 20, 2008
If I decided to pursue my legal options, would I have a leg to stand on for wrongful termination. A. This is quite a sequence of events, and some extreme behaviors from a full cast of characters including yourself. (Boston Globe)
HESD votes to cut 13 positions Apr 20, 2008
She has been speaking it in that position for at least 27 years longer than whoever replaced her and without just cause I might add, which throws in wrongful termination. Where does a person go to get a job after 27 years of loyal service to start all over again. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Patrol leader at odds with Easley press office Apr 19, 2008
Gov. Mike Easley's press office unlawfully intervened to make sure a state trooper accused of abusing his police dog was fired, a senior Highway Patrol officer testified in the trooper's wrongful termination case. . (Herald Sun)
City Attorney Candidates Face Off Apr 19, 2008
Lepine is a former Aguirre deputy city prosecutor who is now suing her ex-boss on grounds of wrongful termination, sexual harassment and gender discrimination. Goldsmith touted the fact that he is being endorsed by firefighters and many who supported Aguirre in the last election. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Only $17m for Tcard fiasco, says company Apr 19, 2008
Mr Henson said that in contrast there was no cap on the amount ERG could claim from the Government for the "severe damage" to its shareholders' interests from the "wrongful termination" of the contract. The NSW Supreme Court has given ERG until May 9 to file its defence and counterclaim, which Mr Henson said was likely to be for $250million. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
County gives 13 reasons for firing Apr 19, 2008
Even this new, after-the-fact information fails to justify the wrongful termination of Biesterfeld, the group said on its website ... Biesterfeld's attorney, Stephen Crampton of the Liberty Counsel, has not ruled out the possibility of filing a wrongful termination lawsuit against the county. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
Ex-Sanders aide sues for wrongful termination Apr 18, 2008
Former Sanders aide sues city for wrongful termination ... SAN DIEGO A former top aide for Mayor Jerry Sanders sued the city of San Diego this week for wrongful termination, alleging he was forced to resign in late September for political reasons. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
MLB Notebook: Fan falls to death at Shea Stadium Apr 17, 2008
The New York Times has reported that Harold Reynolds has settled his $5 million wrongful termination suit against ESPN. Details of the agreement were not released. Reynolds, a former major-leaguer who served as a baseball analyst, was fired in 2006 amid charges of sexual misconduct. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Reynolds, ESPN settle wrongful termination lawsuit Apr 16, 2008
By Bob Nightengale and Michael Hiestand, USA TODAY Harold Reynolds and ESPN have settled Reynolds' wrongful termination lawsuit, which he filed in October 2006. "My family and I are ecstatic," said Reynolds, the former All-Star second baseman. (USA Today -- Sports)
Blakeley Files Suit in Firing Apr 13, 2008
Blakeley's suit seeks "a substantial sum exceeding $10,000" for actual or compensatory damages, including his allegedly wrongful termination and other alleged violations of law, according to the complaint filed Wednesday in Moore County court. Blakeley's suit asks that a Superior Court judge reinstate him or pay him, as well as awarding back pay "and all lost benefits." Other demands in the suit include requiring the town to hold a new hearing and review process for him, as well as issuing a... (The Pilot Newspaper)
Bayno named new coach at Loyola Marymount Apr 11, 2008
He later filed a wrongful termination suit and received a settlement from UNLV.. The 45-year-old Bayno was introduced at a campus news conference as the successor to Rodney Tention, who resigned March 12 after guiding the Lions to a 30-61 record over three seasons. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Waller refutes accounts that led to his firing Apr 11, 2008
Waller said he abandoned a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination after the settlement netted him an undisclosed amount of cash and swore him to silence. Piles of paperwork purporting to justify Waller's firing were released to the press and public this week. (The Union Democrat)
Getting back together with your favorite shows Apr 10, 2008
"THE OFFICE" (NBC)Return date: TonightEpisodes left: 6Pre-strike: Michael screwed up Jan's wrongful termination suit, and Jim and Pam went public with their relationship. What's next: Angela and Andy date, while Dwight pouts in a big way. (Boston Globe)
'The Office' returns tonight Apr 10, 2008
The Office' returns tonight BY JOSH MCAULIFFESTAFF WRITER 04/10/2008 Last we heard from the Dunder Mifflin Scranton crew, Michael and Jan were driving back from that disastrous deposition at corporate headquarters in New York, where Michael refused to back his girlfriend in her wrongful termination suit against the paper company. As the two morosely discussed dinner possibilities, a rift of some sort appeared to be in the works. (Scranton Times, PA)
