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Welcome to the informational web site of the Diefer Law Group, P.C.
The purpose of this web page is to give you an overview of California and/or Federal
laws in selected practice areas. Whether you have been the victim of an unscrupulous
employer,
or are going through a divorce, or a tough
custody battle, our dedicated attorneys are ready to vigorously represent
you and vindicate your rights.
To better serve our clients, the Diefer Law Group, P.C. has offices in San Bernardino
County, Riverside County, and Orange County. Please contact us at (800) 589-9901 or e-mail us at
info@dieferlaw.com to make an appointment for a free consultation with one of our Family Law or Employment Law Attorneys.
Disclaimer
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who helped put my life back
on track...."
Michael L.
Mission Viejo, CA
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Employment Law - Sexual Harassment: Plaintiff, a 36-year old
female, claimed she was sexually harassed by her supervisor, a long term employee,
for a period of one year. The alleged sexual harassment included the defendant supervisor
making verbal sexual comments, sexual explicit suggestions and sexual advances.
Plaintiff complained to her supervisor and sued for sexual harassment and hostile
work environment.
Result: Jury verdict in favor of Plaintiff for $432,500.00.
Employment Law - Unpaid Overtime: Plaintiffs, restaurant workers, sued their former employer, restaurant owners, for unpaid overtime and minimum wage violations. Plaintiffs worked 12 to 14 hours a day, but were paid on an daily rate without being paid overtime premiums for hours worked in excess of 8 in a day.
Result: $168,015 bench decision in favor of plaintiff.
Employment Law - Retaliation:
Plaintiff, manager for a nationwide company that rents electronics, complained of inappropriate behavior by his supervisor regarding the treatment of women, including being induced to attend strip bars and being subjected to inappropriate sexual comments about female employees. Plaintiff complained to upper management, and shortly thereafter was denied a promotion and ultimately terminated.
Result:
$1,619,000 verdict in favor of plaintiff.
Employment Law - Sexual Harrassment: Plaintiff,
female, sued her City employer for gender discrimination, harassment and retaliation.
Plaintiff had complained, some years earlier, regarding sexual harassment she had
experienced at work. After her complaints, she was denied a promotion and that position
was given to a male. Additionally, Plaintiff claimed that she was the victim of
retaliation for her sexual harassment complaint, including harassing remarks.
Result:
$175,000 settlement in favor of plaintiff.
Employment Law - Medical: Plaintiff, age 54, sued her former employer after she was terminated for
absences caused by her medical conditions. Plaintiff sued for wrongful termination
and disability discrimination in violation of state and federal laws.
Result: $19,014,000
verdict in favor of plaintiff. |
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