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Tech school department head claims defamation and retaliation. $914K. Alameda County.

Summary

Head of electronics department is not interviewed for dean position; later threatens legal action. Claims retaliation and defamation after he is fired.

The Case

  • Court and Case Number: Alameda County Superior Court / RG 14724442
  • Type of Case: Defamation, Employment
  • Type of Result: Jury Verdict

The Attorneys

  • Attorney for the Plaintiff:

    Law Office of Kevin Schwin by Kevin Schwin, Fresno.

    Peck Peterson LLP by Elizabeth "Lisa" Peck, Santa Cruz.

  • Attorney for the Defendant:

    Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart by Tom McInerney and Cara Barrick, San Francisco.

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