Lawsuit Filed: Former Police Officer Sues City of Willits and Willits Police Department for Gender/Sexual Discrimination, Harassment & Retaliation
As reported by Ukiah Daily Journal, McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP filed a lawsuit against the City of Willits and Willits Police Department (WPD) for gender/sexual discrimination, harassment and retaliation on behalf of former police officer, Natalie Higley. The suit also alleges the…
Permanent Nerve Damage After a Car Accident
Some injuries from car accidents are immediately visible and clearly traumatic – open wounds, crushed limbs, and broken bones are easy to see. Other types of injuries, like brain trauma from a closed head injury or spinal compression, require medical testing in…
Why Explosions Are So Often Deadly
Films and television shows make explosions exciting: will the hero survive? Will the villain perish? The truth, however, is that explosions cause severe injuries and devastating damage to the surrounding areas. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 100 people in…
Los Angeles Times Recognizes Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas on its Consumer Attorneys of Southern California 2023 List
Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas were selected for inclusion in Los Angeles Times’ Consumer Attorneys of Southern California 2023 list, recognizing the deep impact their work has had on law, policy and public safety. Noted for his representation of police officers,…
The National Law Journal Recognizes Matthew McNicholas & Patrick McNicholas as Plaintiffs’ Attorney Trailblazers 2023
The National Law Journal named Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas to its 2023 list of Plaintiffs’ Attorneys Trailblazers, which features lawyers who are agents of change through their legal work. Matthew was recognized for his representation of police officers and firefighters…
Can Magic Mushrooms Help Treat Migraines Caused by Traumatic Brain Injuries?
Migraines are a debilitating neurological condition that affects millions of people and are a common side effect of traumatic brain injuries (“TBI”). While there is no cure for migraines, researchers at Yale School of Medicine are studying the potential benefits of using…
Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable in California?
Living with a serious personal injury can be challenging for victims and their families. When an award is granted by a jury or a settlement is reached between the parties, the award is typically granted in a lump sum payment or by…
McNicholas & McNicholas Hosts Firm Culture Event at NeueHouse Hollywood
McNicholas & McNicholas gathered for a firm-wide event at NeueHouse Hollywood for a thought-provoking day where attorneys discussed new developments in direct and mass actions law, how to foster a thriving and supportive community in the workplace, long-term goals and shared personal…
LAPD Makes Catastrophic Mistake by Releasing UCs Personal Information
The LAPD has erroneously released photos of LAPD UCs. This includes full-time UCs and “intermittent” UCs, i.e., people working GIT and Vice, as well as other units, where they go in and out of being a UC. It is our understanding that Chief…
Daily Journal Names McNicholas & McNicholas Disability Discrimination Case Against LAPD as 2022 Top Verdicts
Partner Matthew McNicholas and Senior Lawyer Doug Winter‘s unanimous $4.3 million jury verdict on behalf of a veteran lieutenant officer with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) was recognized among Daily Journal‘s list of Top Verdicts for 2022. In Lou Vince v. City of Los Angeles and…