# McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP > Our Los Angeles injury lawyers represent victims of accidents and negligence in Southern CA as well as employment claims and class actions. Call now! ☎️ ## Key facts - Phone: 310-474-1582, 310-861-2564, 510-400-6841 - Office: 1160 Brickyard Cove Rd., Suite 106, Richmond, CA 94801 - Office: 217 N Main St., 2nd Floor, Santa Ana, CA 92701 - Office: 10866 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1400, Los Angeles, CA 90024 - Founded: 1993 - Website: https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/ - Profile: https://www.facebook.com/McNicholasLaw - Profile: https://www.instagram.com/mcnicholaslaw/ - Profile: https://www.instagram.com/firstresponderslaw/ - Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcnicholas-mcnicholas-llp ## Practice areas and services - [Airport Fire in Orange County California](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/airport-fire-in-orange-county-california/): The Airport Fire started the afternoon of September 9th, near RC Airport, because of a public work crew’s loader. 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Contact their Los Angeles office. - [Eaton Fire](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/eaton-fire/): Depending on the cause and origin, you may have claims as a result of the Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County. Contact McNicholas & McNicholas. - [Families First Coronavirus Response Act](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/families-first-coronavirus-response-act/): On March 18, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) was signed into law. Contact McNicholas & McNicholas to learn more. - [Franklin Fire](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/franklin-fire/): Depending on the cause and origin, you may have claims as a result of the Franklin Fire in Malibu, CA. Contact McNicholas & McNicholas now. - [Gracias](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/es-thank-you/) - [Incendio del Almacén en Boyle Heights](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/es-boyle-heights-warehouse-fire/) - [Joint Local Command Post](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/joint-local-command-post/): McNicholas & McNicholas, Becker Law Group, and Singleton Schreiber have established a joint Local Command Post to provide our clients direct legal support. - [Matthew McNicholas Interview](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/matthew-mcnicholas-interview/): Watch recent interviews with Attorney Matthew McNicholas today. McNicholas & McNicholas has offices in Los Angeles & Santa Ana, CA. - [New York First Responder Claims](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/new-york-first-responder-claims/): The attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas represent New York first responders who have been discriminated against. Contact our offices now. - [News Archives](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/news-archives/): News Archives Back to Our Latest News JUN19, 2018Matthew McNicholas Speaks at the American Board of Trial Advocates’ Masters in Trial Program Expand Partner Matthew McNicholas presents at the American Board of Trial Advocates’ (ABOTA) Masters in Trial program on June 22 at Southwestern Law School. Matt will participate on the plaintiff team, presenting on… - [Newsletters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/newsletters/): Subscribe to Our Newsletter Search Our Archive of Newsletters All All First Responders Plaintiff Attorney July 2026 May 2026 March 2026 January 2026 October 2025 June 2025 March 2025 December 2024 August 2024 May 2024 January 2024 December 2023 August 2023 July 2023 March 2023 March 2023 January 2023 July 2026 March 2026… - [Patrick McNicholas Interview](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/patrick-mcnicholas-interview/): Watch recent interviews with Attorney Patrick McNicholas today. McNicholas & McNicholas has offices in Los Angeles & Santa Ana, CA. - [Practice Areas](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/): When you have been injured, or had your rights violated, McNicholas & McNicholas will fight for compensation. Contact their Los Angeles office. - [Anaheim Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/anaheim-employment-discrimination/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Anaheim employment discrimination lawyers handle discrimination, harassment and retaliation complaints in CA - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/anaheim-employment-discrimination/firefighters/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we are recognized across CA for our record of recoveries in firefighter employment discrimination cases. Call today. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/anaheim-employment-discrimination/first-responders/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our lawyers protect first responders in Anaheim, CA from employment discrimination and harassment. Call today. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/anaheim-employment-discrimination/police-officers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Anaheim police officer discrimination lawyers handle discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims. - [Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Emerging Technology Harm](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/ai-and-emerging-technology-harm/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we represent victims who have been harmed by the misuse of AI and other technology. Call our California lawyers. - [Bakersfield Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/bakersfield-employment-discrimination/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we help public and private employees who protect Bakersfield by protecting them when employers violate their rights. - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/bakersfield-employment-discrimination/firefighters/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Bakersfield discrimination lawyers honor firefighters by fighting to protect their jobs and obtain compensation. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/bakersfield-employment-discrimination/first-responders/): Our Bakersfield employment lawyers at McNicholas & McNicholas protect first responders by filing discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/bakersfield-employment-discrimination/police-officers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Bakersfield lawyers help protect police officers when police departments or other officers violate their rights. - [Berkeley Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/berkeley-employment-discrimination/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Berkeley employment discrimination lawyers handle discrimination, harassment and retaliation complaints in CA. - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/berkeley-employment-discrimination/firefighters/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we are recognized across CA for our record of recoveries in firefighter employment discrimination cases. Call today. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/berkeley-employment-discrimination/first-responders/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our lawyers protect first responders in Berkeley, CA from employment discrimination and harassment. Call today. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/berkeley-employment-discrimination/police-officers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Berkeley police officer discrimination lawyers handle discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims. - [Bicycle Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/bicycle-accidents/): If you've been injured as a bicycle rider in Los Angeles, call our experienced accident lawyers at McNicholas & McNicholas today. - [Blue Ridge Wildfire](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/blue-ridge-wildfire/): McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP fights for victims of the Blue Ridge Wildfires. Contact their attorneys in Los Angeles today. - [Bobcat Wildfire](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/bobcat-wildfire/): McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP is a respected trial law firm serving the greater Los Angeles area. Our wildfire attorneys have the experience, skills, and resources to help you seek justice. - [Bus Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/bus-accidents/): If you have been injured in an accident involving a school bus or city bus, contact the Los Angeles attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas now. - [Car Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/car-accidents/): If you've been injured in a Los Angeles car accident, contact the attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas today for a free consultation. - [Autonomous Vehicle Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/car-accidents/autonomous-vehicles/): If you've been injured in an accident with a self-driving vehicle, our Los Angeles attorneys can help. Contact McNicholas & McNicholas today. - [Distracted Driving Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/car-accidents/distracted-driving-accidents/): If you've been injured by a distracted driver in Los Angeles, the lawyers at McNicholas & McNicholas can help you get compensation. Call now. - [Drunk Driving Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/car-accidents/drunk-driving-accidents/): If you've been injured in an accident with a drunk driver, our Los Angeles attorneys can help. Contact McNicholas & McNicholas today. - [Head-On Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/car-accidents/head-on-accidents/): If you or a family member was injured in a head-on collision caused by another driver's negligence, contact McNicholas & McNicholas today. - [Lyft Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/car-accidents/lyft-accidents/): Unlike a standard car accident involving two private drivers, a Lyft crash can be more complex. 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Contact McNicholas & McNicholas now. - [Uber Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/car-accidents/uber-accidents/): The knowledgeable Los Angeles Uber accident lawyers at McNicholas & McNicholas are here to fight for compensation after an accident injury. - [Carson Contamination Mass Action Lawsuit](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/carson-contamination-mass-action-lawsuit/): The Los Angeles attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP want to help if you and your family are experiencing losses from Carson contamination environmental disaster. - [City of Orange Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/city-of-orange-employment-discrimination/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our employment lawyers fight to protect police officers, firefighters & first responders in Orange, CA. Call now. - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/city-of-orange-employment-discrimination/firefighters/): Our Orange, CA lawyers hold fire departments accountable when they discriminate against firefighters. Call McNicholas & McNicholas today. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/city-of-orange-employment-discrimination/first-responders/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Orange, CA attorneys protect first responders when their rights are violated. Contact our offices today. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/city-of-orange-employment-discrimination/police-officers/): Our Orange, CA lawyers hold police departments and sheriff’s offices accountable when they discriminate. Call McNicholas & McNicholas now. - [Class Action](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/class-action/): A class action lawsuit in California is a legal action which allows people with similar claims to come together and seek justice for a resolution. - [Coastal Fire](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/coastal-fire/): As of May 13, 2022, the Coastal Fire, formerly called the Laguna Beach Fire, has burned at least 200 acres and destroyed at least 20 homes in Orange County. - [Corporate Misconduct / Business Fraud](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/corporate-misconduct-business-fraud/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we represent clients who are harmed by corporations through corporate misconduct or business fraud. Call now. - [Data Breach & Privacy Litigation](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/data-breach-and-privacy/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our attorneys represent victims of data breaches throughout California. Contact our dedicated legal team today. - [Employment Law](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, our Los Angeles employment lawyers offer professionalism and tenacity to handle all employment disputes. - [Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/employment-discrimination/): If you've been the victim of workplace discrimination for any reason, contact the Los Angeles attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas today. - [Firefighter Claims](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/firefighter-claims/): If you're a Los Angeles firefighter with an employment discrimination matter, contact McNicholas & McNicholas for a free consultation today. - [First Responder Claims](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/first-responder-claims/): McNicholas & McNicholas is proud to represent first responders when they have been discriminated against. Contact our Los Angeles office. - [Discrimination Against First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/first-responder-claims/discrimination/): Our employment discrimination lawyers at McNicholas & McNicholas file complaints for first responders before California and federal agencies and courts. - [Retaliation Against First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/first-responder-claims/retaliation/): Our retaliation lawyers have a strong record of success in helping first responders file claims when employers adversely affect work conditions. - [Sexual Harassment of First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/first-responder-claims/sexual-harassment/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we file sexual harassment claims on behalf of first responders, regardless of their sexual identity. Call now. - [Police Officers / Sheriffs’ Deputies](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/police-officers-sheriffs-deputies/): Our Los Angeles lawyers represent police officers, sheriffs’ deputies and all members of law enforcement when their rights have been violated. - [Sexual Harassment](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/sexual-harassment/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, we understand sexual harassment is a traumatic experience, and we are here to stand by your side and fight for you. - [Wage & Hour Claims (FLSA)](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/wage-hour-claims-flsa/): Our experienced Los Angeles wage and hour attorneys are here to fight for you. Call McNicholas & McNicholas for a free consultation. - [Whistleblower Claims](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/whistleblower-claims/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, our trusted Los Angeles whistleblower attorneys represent employees who are courageous enough to report the fraud they witness at work. - [Workers’ Compensation Retaliation](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/workers-compensation-retaliation/): Our trusted Los Angeles workers’ compensation retaliation lawyers hold employers who illegally retaliate against workers responsible. - [Wrongful Termination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/employment-law/wrongful-termination/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, our Los Angeles wrongful termination attorneys are here to protect your rights. Call for a free consultation. - [Environmental Harm](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/environmental-harm/): McNicholas & McNicholas has represented thousands of Californians in large-scale environmental and utility-related matters. Contact us today. - [Chemical Leaks](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/environmental-harm/chemical-leaks/): McNicholas & McNicholas offers experienced representation for people and communities harmed by hazardous chemical releases. Call our lawyers. - [Fire and Explosions](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/environmental-harm/fire-and-explosions/): When another party’s negligence causes or contributes to a fire or explosion, those affected may have legal options. Call McNicholas & McNicholas. - [Flooding](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/environmental-harm/flooding/): Our attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas investigate the cause of flooding and pursue compensation for our clients’ losses. Call us today. - [Hazardous Waste Exposure](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/environmental-harm/hazardous-waste-exposure/): McNicholas & McNicholas offers experienced representation for people and communities harmed by hazardous waste contamination. Call today. - [Fairview Fire](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/fairview-fire/): The Fairview Fire is officially the largest wildfire fire in California this year. If you have suffered losses, contact McNicholas & McNicholas now. - [Fresno Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/fresno-employment-discrimination/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we’ve been helping public and private employees who protect Fresno by protecting them when employers violate their rights. - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/fresno-employment-discrimination/firefighters/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our employment discrimination lawyers honor firefighters by fighting to protect their jobs and obtain compensation. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/fresno-employment-discrimination/first-responders/): Our Fresno employment lawyers at McNicholas & McNicholas protect first responders by filing discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/fresno-employment-discrimination/police-officers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our lawyers help protect police officers when police departments or other officers violate their employee rights. - [Irvine Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/irvine-employee-rights-lawyers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Irvine employment rights lawyers handle discrimination, harassment and retaliation complaints in CA - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/irvine-employee-rights-lawyers/firefighters/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we are recognized across CA for our record of recoveries in firefighter employment discrimination cases. Call today. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/irvine-employee-rights-lawyers/first-responders/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our lawyers protect first responders in Irvine, CA from employment discrimination and harassment. Call today. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/irvine-employee-rights-lawyers/police-officers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Irvine police officer discrimination lawyers handle discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims. - [Lead Paint Claims](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/lead-paint-claims/): McNicholas & McNicholas protects the rights of those who have suffered due to exposure to lead paint and its resulting health consequences. - [McKinney Fire](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/mckinney-fire/): The attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas have the experience to help you seek justice if you suffered losses in the McKinney Fire. - [Monterey Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/monterey-employee-rights-lawyers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Monterey employment rights lawyers handle discrimination, harassment and retaliation complaints in CA - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/monterey-employee-rights-lawyers/firefighters/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we are recognized across CA for our record of recoveries in firefighter employment discrimination cases. Call today. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/monterey-employee-rights-lawyers/first-responders/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our lawyers protect first responders in Monterey, CA from employment discrimination and harassment. Call today. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/monterey-employee-rights-lawyers/police-officers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Monterey police officer discrimination lawyers handle discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims. - [Motorcycle Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/motorcycle-accidents/): The Los Angeles motorcycle accident attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP are here to help when you've been injured. Call today for a free consultation. - [Newport Beach Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/newport-beach-employee-rights-lawyers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Newport Beach employment rights lawyers handle discrimination, harassment and retaliation complaints in CA - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/newport-beach-employee-rights-lawyers/firefighters/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we are recognized across CA for our record of recoveries in firefighter employment discrimination cases. Call today. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/newport-beach-employee-rights-lawyers/first-responders/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our lawyers protect first responders in Newport Beach, CA from employment discrimination and harassment. Call today. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/newport-beach-employee-rights-lawyers/police-officers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Newport Beach police officer discrimination lawyers handle discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims. - [Oakland Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/oakland-employment-discrimination/): Our lawyers have 30 years of experience filing discrimination and retaliation claims on behalf of police officers, firefighters and first responders. - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/oakland-employment-discrimination/firefighters/): For 30 years, our Oakland lawyers have been filing CA and federal employment claims when firefighters suffer discrimination or retaliation in the workplace. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/oakland-employment-discrimination/first-responders/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we fight for employees, including first responders, who are discriminated against or harassed by their employers. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/oakland-employment-discrimination/police-officers/): Our Oakland employment lawyers at McNicholas & McNicholas assert the federal and California laws that protect police officers from discrimination. - [Oakland Personal Injury](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/oakland-personal-injury/): A trusted Oakland personal injury lawyer from McNicholas & McNicholas can help look out for you and your legal matter. Contact our team now. - [Orange County Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/orange-county-employment-discrimination/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our employment lawyers fight to protect public and private employees like police officers, firefighters and first responders. - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/orange-county-employment-discrimination/firefighters/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our lawyers hold fire departments and authorities accountable when they discriminate against firefighters. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/orange-county-employment-discrimination/first-responders/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our family of lawyers protects all types of first responders when their rights are violated. Contact us today. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/orange-county-employment-discrimination/police-officers/): Our Orange County law enforcement lawyers hold police departments and sheriff’s offices accountable when they discriminate. Call us today. - [Palo Alto Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/palo-alto-employment-discrimination/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our lawyers represent emergency responders who face discrimination due to their race, sex, and other protected characteristics. - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/palo-alto-employment-discrimination/firefighters/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our lawyers protect Palo Alto firefighters by filing claims when the Fire Department discriminates. Call us now. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/palo-alto-employment-discrimination/first-responders/): Palo Alto Employment Lawyers Representing First Responders A strong record of results when our emergency heroes endure discrimination, harassment, and retaliation Play Video First responders in Palo Alto help protect us from harm when crime, accidents, natural disasters, and other events require immediate help. At McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, we’ve been fighting for more than… - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/palo-alto-employment-discrimination/police-officers/): Our Palo Alto lawyers file actions in federal and California courts when police departments and other law enforcement employers discriminate. - [Pasadena Employment Discrimination](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/pasadena-employment-discrimination/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, we’ve been helping public and private employees who protect Pasadena by protecting them when employers violate their rights. - [Firefighters](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/pasadena-employment-discrimination/firefighters/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our discrimination lawyers honor firefighters by fighting to protect their jobs and obtain compensation. - [First Responders](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/pasadena-employment-discrimination/first-responders/): Our Pasadena employment lawyers at McNicholas & McNicholas protect first responders by filing discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims. - [Police Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/pasadena-employment-discrimination/police-officers/): At McNicholas & McNicholas, our Pasadena lawyers help protect police officers when police departments or other officers violate their rights. - [Pedestrian Accidents](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/pedestrian-accidents/): If you've been injured as a pedestrian in Los Angeles, call our accident lawyers at McNicholas & McNicholas for a free consultation. - [Personal Injury](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/practice-areas/personal-injury/): You should file a claim as soon as possible after an injury. 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CALL NOW: 310-928-9840 Contact Us McNicholas & McNicholas fights for employees subjected to disability discrimination McNicholas & McNicholas, in conjunction with Kent | Pincin and Alexandroff Law Group, has filed a disability discrimination and unlawful termination lawsuit against Hilmar Cheese Company. The lawsuit… ## Attorneys - [Attorneys](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/attorneys/): Learn more about the personal injury & employment attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas in Los Angeles, CA. Call now for a free consultation. - [Aaron Olson-Alvarado](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/attorneys/aaron-olson-alvarado/): Aaron Olson-Alvarado represents clients impacted by California wildfires and other mass tort incidents. Contact McNicholas & McNicholas now. - [Brandon Castor](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/attorneys/brandon-castor/): Brandon Castor of McNicholas & McNicholas represents clients affected by California wildfires and other mass torts. Contact the firm now. - [Douglas D. 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McNicholas](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/attorneys/john-p-mcnicholas/): John McNicholas has more than five decades of experience representing plaintiffs in personal injury, employment law, class actions, and more. - [Joseph McNally](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/attorneys/joseph-mcnally/): As Director of Emerging Torts and Litigation at McNicholas & McNicholas, Joe McNally leads efforts in the area of technology-related harm. - [Juan C. Victoria](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/attorneys/juan-c-victoria/): Senior Lawyer Juan C. Victoria practices in all areas of civil litigation, including personal injury, civil rights, medical malpractice and wrongful death. - [Kaylee Van der Zee](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/attorneys/kaylee-van-der-zee/): Kaylee Van der Zee handles a diverse range of personal injury cases at McNicholas & McNicholas. 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Call now. - [Richard Carter](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/attorneys/richard-carter/): Richard Carter Of Counsel Of Counsel Richard Carter brings more than 40 years of litigation experience to McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, with a practice spanning high-stakes insurance coverage, bad-faith litigation, mass tort matters and policyholder representation. He draws on nearly four decades of defense-side experience, combined with years of policyholder advocacy, to provide strategic insight into how… - [Vanessa Hernandez](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/attorneys/vanessa-hernandez/): Vanessa Hernandez represents CA law enforcement officers, firefighters and first responders in cases of work discrimination, retaliation, and more. ## Case results and client reviews - [Testimonials](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/client-testimonials/): View recent client testimonials for McNicholas & McNicholas in Los Angeles. 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Learn about the legal options from an online harassment lawyer. - [CTE & Youth Sports Leagues in California: When Schools Face Liability](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/cte-youth-sports-leagues-in-california-when-schools-face-liability/): Curious about CTE and youth sports leagues in California? Learn when schools face liability from a brain injury lawyer. - [Who Is Liable When AI-Powered Medical Devices Fail?](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/who-is-liable-when-ai-powered-medical-devices-fail/): Wondering who is liable when AI-powered medical devices fail? Learn more in this detailed blog from a California product liability lawyer. - [Los Angeles Business Journal Names Matthew McNicholas to 2026 Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment Attorneys List](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/los-angeles-business-journal-names-matthew-mcnicholas-to-2026-leaders-of-influence-labor-employment-attorneys-list/): Partner Matthew McNicholas was recognized on the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2026 Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment Attorneys list. This feature spotlights attorneys skilled at navigating recent labor laws and adapting to the continuously changing trends in labor and employment law, leading the field. McNicholas’ profile highlights his representation of police, firefighters, and other… - [McNicholas & McNicholas to Honor First Responders at UCLA’s Home Opener](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/mcnicholas-mcnicholas-to-honor-first-responders-at-uclas-home-opener/): Plaintiff-trial law firm McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP(opens in new tab) will honor first responders on Saturday, September 12 during a football game at the Rose Bowl, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The game will bring together first responders and their families from across Southern California, along with Port Authority Police Officer… - [Construction Defect Litigation for Residential Property Owners](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/construction-defect-litigation-for-residential-property-owners/): Curious about construction defect litigation for residential property owners? Read more in this detailed article by a construction defect attorney in California. - [Los Angeles Times, Daily Journal, and Law.com Interview Joseph McNally on Meta’s $17 Billion Settlement and What Comes Next](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/law-com-interviews-joseph-mcnally-on-metas-17-billion-settlement-and-what-comes-next/): The Los Angeles Times, Daily Journal, and Law.com interviewed Joseph McNally(opens in new tab), Director of Emerging Litigation, about Meta’s recent $17 billion settlement. Announced on August 26, the settlement resolves claims against Meta in all 50 states, U.S. territories, and Washington, D.C. McNally notes that the settlement could be a driving force in resolving… - [The Guardian Interviews Joseph McNally on the Potential Impact of Luigi Mangione’s Guilty Plea](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/the-guardian-interviews-joseph-mcnally-on-the-potential-impact-of-luigi-mangiones-guilty-plea/): The Guardian interviewed Joseph McNally(opens in new tab), Director of Emerging Litigation, about how Luigi Mangione’s federal guilty plea for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson could affect the separate New York state murder case against him. McNally added that he expects Mangione will likely receive a life sentence or something similar. Although this… - [Joseph McNally Speaks at California Lawyers Association on Meta Trial and Platform Liability](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/joseph-mcnally-speaks-at-california-lawyers-association-on-meta-trial-and-platform-liability/): Director of Emerging Litigation Joseph McNally(opens in new tab) presented at the California Lawyers Association webinar, “Meta on Trial: Section 230, Platform Liability, and the Future of Social Media Harm,” on August 21. McNally discussed evolving litigation against social media companies and related legal issues, including Section 230, platform risk mitigation, causation in mental health… - [Best Lawyers® Recognizes Seven McNicholas & McNicholas Attorneys on 2027 List](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/best-lawyers-recognizes-seven-mcnicholas-mcnicholas-attorneys-on-2027-list/): Attorneys John McNicholas, Matthew McNicholas, Patrick McNicholas, Douglas Winter, Juan Victoria, and Jeffrey Lamb were named to the Best Lawyers® 2027 list. Additionally, Brandon Castor was named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch list for a second consecutive year. The attorneys were recognized for representing individuals and plaintiffs in employment, personal injury, mass tort/class… - [Joseph McNally Discusses Meta Public Nuisance Ruling and Social Media Liability With Daily Journal](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/joseph-mcnally-discusses-meta-public-nuisance-ruling-and-social-media-liability-with-daily-journal/): Daily Journal interviewed Joseph McNally about the upcoming Oakland trial against social media giant Meta, following a $567 million damages award stemming from a landmark New Mexico ruling. A trial judge ruled that the company’s products were designed to be addictive and that they constituted a public nuisance. McNally added that the decision could struggle… - [The Daily Journal Reports on Appeals Court Reinstating $13.1M Verdict in Sex Discrimination and Retaliation Case Involving Two LAPD Officers](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/the-daily-journal-reports-on-appeals-court-reinstating-13-1m-verdict-in-sex-discrimination-and-retaliation-case-involving-two-lapd-officers/): The Daily Journal interviewed Partner Matthew McNicholas about the restored $13.1 million verdict, secured in 2023, for two LAPD officers, Stephen Glick and Alfred Garcia, who were discriminated against and retaliated against on the basis of their sex. A published 2nd District opinion authored by Justice Stephen Goorvitch found that the trial judge, now-retired Superior… - [Matthew and Patrick McNicholas Recognized on 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers List](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/matthew-and-patrick-mcnicholas-recognized-on-2026-lawdragon-500-leading-civil-rights-plaintiff-employment-lawyers-list/): Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas were named in Lawdragon’s 9th edition of the 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers 2026 Guide for their efforts advocating for individuals facing discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, or sexual abuse by those in authority. Matthew has pursued accountability for California police and fire departments regarding misconduct, harassment,… - [Law.com and Fox News Interview Patrick McNicholas on Delay of Settlement Payout in $4B Juvenile Hall Sexual Abuse Case](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/law-com-and-fox-news-interview-patrick-mcnicholas-on-delay-of-settlement-payout-in-4b-juvenile-hall-sexual-abuse-case/): Law.com and Fox News interviewed Partner Patrick McNicholas about the delay in settlement payments in the $4 billion Los Angeles County juvenile hall sexual abuse case. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Lawrence Riff refused to allow the Los Angeles County District Attorney to intervene in the settlement and stop the county from issuing the initial… - [Healthcare Data Breaches That Cause Patient Harm in California](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/healthcare-data-breaches-that-cause-patient-harm-in-california/): Data breaches can be particularly harmful when they affect medical facilities and providers. Find out what your legal options are after a healthcare data breach. - [Los Angeles Business Journal Names Matthew McNicholas to 2026 Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys List](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/los-angeles-business-journal-names-matthew-mcnicholas-to-2026-leaders-of-influence-litigators-trial-attorneys-list/): Partner Matthew McNicholas was named to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2026 Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys list in recognition of the significant impact of his work on law, policy, and public safety. Naming him “…one of California’s most accomplished and formidable advocates for first responders,” the LABJ highlights Matthew’s representation of police,… - [Joseph McNally Speaks at ACFE Chicago Chapter Event on Meta Litigation and Social Media Platform Risks](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/joseph-mcnally-speaks-at-acfe-chicago-chapter-event-on-meta-litigation-and-social-media-platform-risks/): Director of Emerging Litigation Joseph McNally presented at the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ Greater Chicago Chapter event, “Algorithms, Addictions, and Exploitation: What the Meta Cases Mean for Big Tech,” on July 10 via Zoom. McNally provided an overview of the ongoing Meta litigation, the challenges of proving causation in social media-related mental health and… - [Joseph McNally Speaks on Tech Liability and Online Safety at ACFE Bay Area Event](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/joseph-mcnally-speaks-on-tech-liability-and-online-safety-at-acfe-bay-area-event/): Joseph McNally was a featured speaker at the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ San Francisco Bay Area Chapter event, “The Human Side of Technology: Navigating Online Safety and Accountability,” held in Foster City on July 9. McNally discussed the rise in high-profile online exploitation cases and the evolving question of who is responsible for real-world… - [Who Is Liable for Overdose Deaths in Sober Living Facilities?](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/who-is-liable-for-overdose-deaths-in-sober-living-facilities/): When your loved one dies due to an overdose in a sober living facility, you want answers – and accountability. Learn more about liability and lawsuit options now. - [Daily Journal Names Matthew McNicholas to 2026 Top Labor & Employment Lawyers List](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/daily-journal-names-matthew-mcnicholas-to-2026-top-labor-employment-lawyers-list/): Partner Matthew McNicholas was featured on Daily Journal’s 2026 Top Labor & Employment Lawyers list for his representation of first responders in employment law matters. His notable work resulted in more than $34 million in 2025. His feature spotlights his recent $14.6 million jury verdict in a retaliation and discrimination lawsuit against the City of Los Angeles, on… - [Industrial Accidents Caused by Corporate Negligence](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/industrial-accidents-caused-by-corporate-negligence/): Industrial accidents can leave workers with lifelong injuries and trauma. Learn more about holding corporations accountable after serious industrial accidents. - [McNicholas & McNicholas Named to Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2026 The List: Law Firms](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/mcnicholas-mcnicholas-named-to-los-angeles-business-journals-2026-the-list-law-firms/): McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP was named to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2026 The List: Law Firms, ranked 196. The List is the publication’s annual directory of law firms, ranked by the number of local attorneys in Los Angeles County. See the full list of firms here (subscription required). - [MyNewsLA Interviews Matthew and Patrick McNicholas on Ongoing Dispute over LA County’s Delay of Settlement Payout](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/mynewsla-interviews-matthew-and-patrick-mcnicholas-on-ongoing-dispute-over-la-countys-delay-of-settlement-payout/): MyNewsLA interviewed Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas about the ongoing dispute over Los Angeles County’s delay of more than $4 billion in settlements to survivors of childhood sexual abuse in a case that settled in April 2025. Representing many of the survivors, Matthew and Patrick emphasized the significant hardship the delay is imposing on… - [Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire Raises Smoke, Air Quality, and Legal Questions](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/boyle-heights-warehouse-fire-raises-smoke-air-quality-and-legal-questions/): The Boyle Heights warehouse fire at Lineage Logistics has raised concerns about smoke, ash, air quality, property damage and legal options. - [Understanding Liability for Autonomous Vehicle Accidents in California](https://www.mcnicholaslaw.com/understanding-liability-for-autonomous-vehicle-accidents-in-california/): Autonomous vehicles are in many CA cities. Learn what happens if you’re involved in a crash with a self-driving vehicle. Call McNicholas & McNicholas. --- Attorney advertising. The information on this website is general and is not legal advice; contacting McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP does not create an attorney-client relationship. 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