Publications

Jun5

Daily Journal, California’s new sexual harassment standard: What ‘totality of the circumstances’ means for employers

California’s Carranza decision marks a turning point in harassment law, signaling that even indirect, single incidents can create employer liability.

May29

Daily Journal, The psychology of settling vs. litigating

Litigation is more like poker than sports–driven by strategy, ego, and emotional biases, where decisions to settle or go to trial hinge less on law and evidence, and more on human psychology, emotional drivers, and the elusive pursuit of “being right.”

Mar4

Daily Journal, The transformative power of apology in conflict resolution

A sincere apology can help parties move beyond entrenched positions, rebuild trust, and open communication channels, often leading to transformative outcomes.