Representative Cases
As a Mediator, Laura has handled millions of dollars worth of cases and takes pride in facilitating successful settlements, whether in-session, via a written or verbal Mediator's Proposal, or through follow-up emails and phone calls.
EMPLOYMENT
-California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and Unruh Act claims of discrimination, hostile work environment, retaliation, whistleblower, wrongful termination, and sexual harassment claims in all types of settings including public agencies, grocery stores, gas stations, engineering firms, cleaning companies, medical spas, and hospitals.
-California's Family Rights Act (CFRA), Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL), and Paid Family Leave (PFL) claims, including pregnancy harassment and discrimination, maternity leave, and lactation break cases.
-Wage and hour, meal, and rest break claims in various settings including trucking companies and health care providers.
PERSONAL INJURY
-Car accident claims involving insurers, private or public entities, and drivers.
-Negligence and product liability claims against an airline.
-Permanent disfigurement claims against a school district.
-Dog bite claims against police officers and departments (as attorney).
REAL PROPERTY
-Landlord/tenant claims such as habitability and quiet title.