CSU to Pay $12 Million to Settle Gender Harassment and Retaliation Cases

Believed to be one of the largest employment discrimination settlements against the nation’s largest public university system LOS ANGELES, May 12, 2026 — California State University will pay $12 million to resolve gender harassment and retaliation claims brought by Helmer Friedman LLP on behalf of two former high-level administrators at Cal State San Bernardino. The settlement follows a landmark…

http://www.helmerfriedman.com/csu-to-pay-12-million-to-settle-gender-harassment-and-retaliation-cases/

Wayfair’s $4.75M Verdict: The Cost of Workplace Retaliation

The decision revealed that the home goods giant failed to uphold state law when they terminated Boyle following her complaints about age bias and her need for protected medical leave. Even if an employee cannot establish that discrimination occurred, they still have the right to speak up without fear of retaliation. Punishing someone for bringing up concerns about discrimination or utilizing legally protected…

https://blog.helmerfriedman.com/wayfairs-4-75m-verdict-the-cost-of-workplace-retaliation/

Healthcare Whistleblower Protections and Your Rights

The recent lawsuit against Dartmouth Health highlights the conflicts between executive decisions and patient safety, emphasizing the challenges whistleblowers face and the importance of legal advocacy. Risks increase when unverified medical supplies, particularly from the gray market, enter hospitals. Using defective equipment can endanger both patients and staff, leading to severe infections. Rep: Geoffrey J. Vitt

https://blog.helmerfriedman.com/healthcare-whistleblower-protections-and-your-rights/

CLA Conference

Andrew H. Friedman Speaking At California Lawyers Association Conference July 24, 2026 – Helmer Friedman LLP is please to announce that Andrew H. Friedman has been invited to speak at the California Lawyers Association’s Labor & Employment Law Section’s 42nd Labor & Employment Law Annual Conference on July 24, 2026 taking place at the Hilton Pasadena Hotel located at 168 S.

http://www.helmerfriedman.com/cla-conference/

LAPD Retaliation Lawsuit: $14.6M Verdict

A civil lawsuit filed against the City of Los Angeles and the LAPD revealed a concerning culture of retaliation within the department. Four experienced professionals reported critical staffing shortages and unsafe training protocols at a significant LAPD facility. Retaliation does not always result in immediate termination; it may manifest as demotions, exclusion from important responsibilities, shift changes, unwarranted…

https://blog.helmerfriedman.com/lapd-retaliation-lawsuit-14-6m-verdict/

Is Apple Union Busting? The Towson Store Closure Explained

In 2022, employees at an Apple store in Towson, Maryland, became the first retail group in the U.S. to unionize. Now, just two years later, the store faces permanent closure, alongside locations in Connecticut and California, which has sparked anxiety among employees. Frustrations have risen as non-unionized workers are offered automatic relocation assistance, while unionized employees in Maryland must reapply…

https://blog.helmerfriedman.com/is-apple-union-busting-the-towson-store-closure-explained/

Pay Discrimination & Retaliation Against US Workers

Behind the glittering runways and exclusive boutiques of the high fashion industry, complex human stories often unfold out of the public eye. Brands like LVMH and Stella McCartney project an image of elegance and prestige. However, the internal operations of these celebrated organizations can sometimes reveal a starkly different reality for the professionals working tirelessly behind the scenes.

https://blog.helmerfriedman.com/pay-discrimination-retaliation-against-us-workers/

Wrongful Termination in the Creator Economy: MrBeast Lawsuit

As the "creator economy" rapidly expands into a multi-billion-dollar industry, workers must understand that modern entertainment companies are not exempt from strict federal employment laws. Explore the recent wrongful termination and sexual harassment lawsuit against MrBeast's company, and learn your rights regarding pregnancy discrimination.

https://blog.helmerfriedman.com/wrongful-termination-in-the-creator-economy-mrbeast-lawsuit/

Pay Discrimination and Retaliation: The Andrew Dershaw Case

In the world of high fashion, the names LVMH and Stella McCartney evoke images of elegance, innovation, and prestige. But behind the glamour, complex human stories often unfold—stories like that of Andrew Dershaw, a former executive at Stella McCartney, who is now at the heart of a legal battle that is shining a light on pay discrimination, whistleblower protections, and the importance of workplace fairness.…

https://blog.helmerfriedman.com/pay-discrimination-and-retaliation-the-andrew-dershaw-case/

Lindsay Gregg vs Adidas: Gender Discrimination & Retaliation

A formal legal complaint shattered the polished public image of one of the world's leading sports apparel brands. Lindsay Gregg, a highly respected executive in women’s basketball sports marketing, filed a comprehensive lawsuit against Adidas alleging gender discrimination and workplace retaliation. As this case unfolds, it serves as a reminder of the importance of listening to and supporting those who…

https://blog.helmerfriedman.com/lindsay-gregg-vs-adidas-gender-discrimination-retaliation/