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McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP's attorneys are frequently called upon by the media and industry organizations to share their legal expertise. We invite you to read about recent issues in personal injury, employment and civil rights, sexual abuse, and other areas of law, as well as what’s new at the firm.

McNicholas & McNicholas Ranked on 2019 “Best Law Firms” List by U.S. News – Best Lawyers

U.S. News – Best Lawyers ranked McNicholas & McNicholas LLP  among its 2019 “Best Law Firms” list in the Metropolitan Tier 1 in Los Angeles for its plaintiff’s work in personal injury litigation. U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” rankings…

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$1.5 Million Settlement for Two Firefighter Recruits in Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation Case

McNicholas & McNicholas secured a $1.5 million settlement on behalf of two firefighter recruits employed with the Compton Fire Department who were discriminated, harassed and retaliated against in violation of California’s Fair Employment Housing Act. Both firefighters were repeatedly called “old” and…

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Three McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP Attorneys Selected to Benchmark California Litigation Stars 2019

Partners John McNicholas, Patrick McNicholas and Matthew McNicholas were selected for inclusion in Benchmark Litigation California Stars 2019 as leaders in the litigation and disputes market. For eleven years, Benchmark Litigation has served as the definitive guide to ranking America’s leading litigation…

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McNicholas & McNicholas Secures $950,000 for an LAPD Officer Whose Request for Medical Leave Led to a Graveyard Shift

Attorney Matt McNicholas of McNicholas & McNicholas LLP secured a $950,000 verdict in a discrimination and harassment lawsuit involving a Los Angeles police officer who was transferred to a graveyard shift in response to a request for medical leave. The LAPD officer…

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Matthew McNicholas to Speak at CAALA’s 36th Annual Las Vegas Convention

Partner Matthew McNicholas is scheduled to speak at the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA) 36th Annual Las Vegas Convention discussing Federal Rule 26 and Expert Reports. The conference will be held in Las Vegas from August 30 – September 2,…

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Matthew McNicholas Named Among Daily Journal’s 2018 Top Plaintiff Lawyers

Daily Journal named Partner Matthew McNicholas to its 2018 list of Top Plaintiff Lawyers in California, recognizing his work on behalf of Los Angeles Police Department officers who have faced harassment, discrimination and retaliation. One case highlighted in Matt’s feature was Atkins…

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McNicholas & McNicholas Obtains Settlement for LAPD Officer in Retaliation Case

Associate Abel Nair secured a settlement on behalf of a Los Angeles Police Department officer who was retaliated against for reporting acts of misconduct within the department. While the officer was assigned to Valley Regional Jail Facility (VJS) as the Assistant Officer…

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Four McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP Attorneys Named Among The Best Lawyers in America 2019

Partners John McNicholas, Patrick McNicholas, Matthew McNicholas and Senior Lawyer Courtney McNicholas were selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2019 for their plaintiffs’ work in personal injury litigation. This is Courtney’s first year being ranked on Best Lawyers, and…

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McNicholas & McNicholas Secures $1.4M Settlement in Workplace Retaliation Lawsuit

McNicholas & McNicholas secured a $1.4M settlement on behalf of a female employee who suffered retaliation after reporting that her supervisor was violating a co-employee’s right of privacy to confidential medical information. Related Articles McNicholas & McNicholas’ Case Named to TopVerdict.com’s Top…

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Los Angeles Times, Hoy Los Angeles, KNX, KTLA and More Report on Matthew McNicholas’ Lawsuit Against the LA Metro

As published in the Los Angeles Times, Hoy Los Angeles, KNX, KTLA, My News LA and others, Partner Matthew McNicholas filed a lawsuit against the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority on behalf of Patrick Chammas, who lost both his legs after being…

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