Clippers, Controversy, and Callous Remarks

April 28, 2014 Legal Team
During the NBA playoff season, the Los Angeles Clippers seem to be losing focus, especially after their loss to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday. The reason? Well, we're sure you've heard of Donald Sterling by now, the owner of the LA team.Sterling was launched into the spotlight on April 25th when an alleged recording...
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The EEOC Thaws the Freeze

April 22, 2014 Legal Team
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) announced yesterday a victory for plaintiff William Harvel. The federal agency and Harvel alleged that Chicago based Professional Freezing Services, LLC violated the Americans with Disability Act when the company refused to hire Harvel because they knew he had prostate cancer.The refrigerator and frozen food logistical company...
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Pier 1 Poised to Be Sued

April 17, 2014 Legal Team
A class-action discrimination lawsuit was filed against home retailer Pier 1 Imports, Inc. on Wednesday in Santa Clara County Superior Court. The suit alleges that Pier 1 is inherently discriminatory in their leave policies towards pregnant employees.Kimberly Erin Caselman is at the head of this lawsuit. She is a Pier 1 sales associate in...
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“Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” Star Sued for Sexual Harassment

April 16, 2014 Legal Team
The reality star, Lisa Vanderpump, who came to fame via the “Real Housewives” franchise, is being sued by a former employee for sexual harassment. Despite denying the claims and asserting they are false, Vanderpump is seeking to settle the case because she “just wants the case behind her.”A former employee of Vandepump's restaurant, “Villa...
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What Do True Blood, Game of Thrones, and the Tudors Have in Common?

April 14, 2014 Legal Team
When one hears the name “Anne Greene,” one may recall the lovable Anne of Green Gables or Anne Green, the poet and actress. This Anne Greene, however, is now embroiled in a bizarre tale of Hollywood legalities.Two years ago, “Anne G.” filed a complaint against Time Warner Cable, HBO, Cinemax, and production company True...
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