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Employment Law
Wrongful Termination
Pregnancy Discrimination

Samantha Holcman v. Ben Soleimani, Mansour Fine Rugs

Published: Aug. 25, 2012 | Result Date: May 23, 2012 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: SC110701 Verdict –  Defense

Court

L.A. Superior Santa Monica


Attorneys

Plaintiff

William J. Briggs II
(Venable LLP)


Defendant

Patricia L. Glaser
(Glaser Weil Fink Howard Avchen & Shapiro LLP )

Kerry Garvis Wright


Facts

Plaintiff Samantha Holcman made a claim against defedants Mansour Fine Rugs and its principal, Ben Soleimani, based on pregnancy discrimination, wrongful termination, constructive discharge and related claims.

Damages

The damages claimed were in the $5 million range, plus punitive damages and attorney fees.

Result

The jury found for the defense on all claims.

Other Information

FILING DATE: Dec. 13, 2010.

Deliberation

six hours

Length

13 days


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