Solomon Saltsman & Jamieson attorneys define zealous advocacy
Partner Jennifer L. Oden agreed. “When you think of an attorney, and you hear the term ‘zealous advocate,’ you think of someone like Steve Jamieson,” Oden said. “He throws himself into absolutely every case. You’re always getting the best of Steve Jamieson.”
Ex-Slidebar bouncer: I knew Kelly Thomas report was false
in Employment Law, NewsOriginally published June 13, 2012 by Doug Irving at The Orange County Register An ex-bouncer who claims he heard the phone call that drew Fullerton police officers to their fatal encounter with Kelly Thomas said Wednesday that the call was bogus and he lost his job fighting it. Michael Reeves was working the door at the […]
Civil lawsuit alleges false police report in beating death of homeless man
in News, Personal InjuryOriginally posted on June 13, 2012 by Michael Martinez at CNN The police beating of a California homeless man has spawned a civil lawsuit in which a bar doorman claims he was fired after he cooperated with investigators and claimed his manager made a false report to police about the homeless man’s activities. Michael Reeves, […]
Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Filed Against Sidebar
in News, Personal InjuryReeves_v._Sidebar_case_no._00575023 (Original PDF Document) STEPHEN WARREN SOLOMON (State Bar No. 36189) STEPHEN ALLEN JAMIESON (State Bar No. 115805) RYAN MICHAEL KROLL (State Bar No. 235204) D. ANDREW QUIGLEY (State Bar No. 280986) SOLOMON, SALTSMAN & JAMIESON 426 Culver Boulevard, Playa Del Rey, California 90293 Telephone: 310.822.9848 Facsimile: 310.822.3512 Attorneys for Plaintiff MICHAEL REEVES SUPERIOR COURT OF […]
2004-2011 Super Lawyers
in NewsAs published in the Los Angeles Magazine and Southern California SuperLawyers February, 2012 Location: Los Angeles Number of attorneys: 11 Phone: (310) 822-9848 / (800) 405-4222 Web: ssjlaw.com Super Lawyers selects attorneys by peer nominations and third party research to evaluate and recognize professional achievement. Only 5% of Southern California lawyers are chosen to receive […]
In a State of Denial About Pot
in Land Use, NewsOriginally released in the Los Angeles Business Journal Simply stated, medical marijuana may be property lawfully possessed and obtained, and acquiring, possessing and protecting property is a basic constitutional right in California. City of L.A.’s ordinance to liit the number of marijuana dispensaries conflicts with state Constitution. The city of Los Angeles in January 2011 enacted […]
NO INDIAN CASINO IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY? WHY NOT?
in Current Affairs, Ralph B. Saltsman, Stephen Warren SolomonBy Ralph B. Saltsman and Stephen Warren Solomon With Indian Casinos virtually surrounding Los Angeles County, one might ask: why are there no Indian Casinos in Los Angeles County? The short answer is, there are no Indian Reservations in Los Angeles County upon which a casino could be built. How close did the LA basin […]
Metrolink Train Crash Victim Represented by SSJ is Awarded $2,000,000
in News, Personal InjuryIn a lawsuit brought against Metrolink, Connex, and other Defendants, a train passenger and his wife represented by Solomon, Saltsman & Jamieson have been awarded $2,000,000 in a recent Los Angeles superior court judgment. The law firm is pleased to have been given the opportunity to succesfully represent this couple in this serious matter. Stephen […]
Flood of Lawsuits by LAPD Officers Costs the City Millions
in Discrimination, Employment Law, NewsMay 9, 2011 – Comment by Stephen A. Jamieson regarding the recent LA Times article about the multiplicity of lawsuits involving the LAPD. “Interesting that the essence of the article is that the City botched the defense of the case(s), and not that the City is perhaps terrible at making sure the employees/cops are treated […]
Letting The Genie Out of The Bottle?
in Current Affairs, Indian Gaming, Ralph B. Saltsman, Stephen Warren SolomonIndian Country’s Debate on Internet Gaming Ralph B. Saltsman and Stephen Warren Solomon Well. Do we let the Genie out of the bottle? Does this Genie lavish untold wealth on its owner or wreak devastation on an established treasured enterprise? By the way, to whom does this Genie belong? In California State […]
Judgment for 42,700 Slot Machine Licenses Issued by Federal Court
in Indian Gaming, NewsSolomon Saltsman & Jamieson wins a great victory by successfully obtaining a federal court Judgment against the State that requires the State to issue 42,700 slot machine licenses the State had been wrongfully withholding in a vain attempt to force the San Pasqual Tribe and others to renegotiate a contract already in place between the […]
WHO’S THE JUDGE? Or, How Those Backroom Decisions Are Made
in NewsBy Ralph B. Saltsman with Stephen Warren Solomon and Stephen Jamieson Avid Beverage News fans who read Legal Ease every month already know that Administrative Law Judges who regularly hear cases brought by the ABC against licensees are employees of the ABC. But that’s only the beginning of the story. It does get worse; read […]
HERE COMES THE JUDGE When Does a Licensee Get To See A Real Judge?
in NewsWhen does a licensee accused of wrong-doing get to see a judge in robes? That is, a real judge. A judge appointed by the governor or elected by the people. A judge who can make decisions on all legal and constitutional issues presented. You know…a genuine judicial officer. Usually it’s never. Usually, it’s an administrative […]