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The firm represents clients in actions alleging discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, religion, and other prohibited forms of discrimination in the Federal and State courts, as well as before the EEOC, the DFEH, and the Worker's Compensation Appeals Board. The firm also represents employers in wage disputes before various governmental entities. P.K. Schrieffer LLP also actively provides seminars on these issues to clients. The firm develops and implements programs, policies, and procedures to assist companies to qualify for and maintain EPL insurance policies, and to ensure they are in compliance with State and Federal employment laws.

 

In The Courtroom

P.K. Schrieffer LLP secured a unanimous defense verdict after a jury trial of whistleblower wrongful termination case.  Plaintiff claimed she reported Enron like accounting and tax fraud to her supervisor and was then terminated.  The jury deliberated for ½ a day prior to returning the verdict.  This case was featured in DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar's December 2, 2009 issue of The Voice. 

P.K. Schrieffer LLP secures defense verdict in Los Angeles County Superior Court at trial in favor of a Professional Employer Organization sued for crush injuries to plaintiff’s fingers.  The case continues on in damages phase against premises owner only.

P.K. Schrieffer LLP resolves sexual harassment and retaliation lawsuit after cross-examination during plaintiff’s deposition for nuisance value.  Plaintiff alleged that she was sexually harassed and raped by her supervisor.