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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.

KNX News Interviews Matthew McNicholas on Rising Liability Costs for Los Angeles

KNX News 97.1 interviewed Partner Matthew McNicholas regarding the rising costs of liability claims against the City of Los Angeles. The City has already committed $183 million to payouts this fiscal year, far exceeding its initial $100 million budget. McNicholas has represented…

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Law360 Names Matthew McNicholas to 2024 MVPs of the Year List

Partner Matthew McNicholas has been honored as one of Law360’s 2024 MVPs of the Year in employment law. This distinction is awarded to attorneys who have set themselves apart through significant achievements in high-stakes litigation, complex global matters and record-breaking deals.  The…

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TopVerdict Names $13.1M, $10.1M and $2.85M Verdicts to Top Labor & Employment Verdicts in U.S.

Partner Matthew McNicholas and Senior Lawyer Douglas Winter were recognized on TopVerdict’s 2023 lists of the Top 20 and Top 50 Labor & Employment Verdicts in the United States for their involvement in three landmark cases. They secured a spot on the…

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CBS News, Los Angeles Daily News, SCV News, LAist and The Signal SCV Report on Federal Lawsuit Filed Against Operator of Chiquita Canyon Landfill on Behalf of Residents Sickened by Noxious Fumes and Odors

As reported by CBS News, Los Angeles Daily News, SCV News, LAist and The Signal SCV McNicholas & McNicholas has filed a federal lawsuit against Waste Connections, the owner and operator of Chiquita Canyon Landfill in Castaic. The lawsuit alleges that the…

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Los Angeles Business Journal Recognizes Matthew McNicholas on 2024 Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment Attorneys List

Partner Matthew McNicholas was named to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2024 Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment Attorneys list. This feature showcases attorneys who excel in navigating recent labor laws and adapting to ever-changing labor and employment law trends. McNicholas’ profile…

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McNicholas & McNicholas Welcomes Two Attorneys to the Firm’s Los Angeles Office

McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP is excited to announce the addition of two new associate attorneys to the Los Angeles office: Michael Rincon and Alfredo Lorenzo. Michael Rincon represents law enforcement officers from departments throughout California and firefighters and first responders in matters…

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Benchmark Litigation Recognizes McNicholas & McNicholas in 2025 Benchmark California Guide

For a seventh consecutive year, Benchmark Litigation recognized Partners John McNicholas, Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas as Litigation Stars for representing clients in personal injury and labor & employment matters. Benchmark Litigation is the definitive guide to the world’s leading litigation firms…

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My News LA, The San Fernando Valley Sun and Legal Reader Report on Lawsuit Filed Against Operator of Sunshine Canyon Landfill on Behalf of Residents Subjected to Toxic Fumes from Rotting Garbage

As reported by My News LA, The San Fernando Valley Sun and the Legal Reader McNicholas & McNicholas LLP has filed a lawsuit against the operator of the Sunshine Canyon Landfill in Sylmar on behalf of residents alleging negligence and reckless operation…

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Los Angeles Times Names Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas to Consumer Attorneys of Southern California 2024 List

Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas were recognized in the Los Angeles Times’ Consumer Attorneys of Southern California 2024 list, acknowledging the significant impact of their work in personal injury and labor and employment.  Matthew was highlighted for his advocacy on behalf…

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TopVerdict Names $13.1M, $10.1M and $2.85M Verdicts to Number 1 Verdicts in California

Partner Matthew McNicholas and Senior Lawyer Douglas Winter were recognized on TopVerdict’s list of Number 1 Verdicts in California in 2023 for their involvement in three significant cases. The firm secured a $13.1 million verdict for two male LAPD police officers in…

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