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May 1, 2012
Anthony Rao obtains summary adjudication in Hernandez v. Danzas Corporation in Los Angeles Superior Court on claims alleging violation of California Labor Code §1102.5 et seq. (whistleblowing), defamation, and violation of California Labor Code §226.
October 14, 2011
Anthony Rao obtains summary judgment in New Jersey federal lawsuit alleging disability discrimination and retaliation against corporate and individual defendant.
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September 26, 2011
Anthony Rao named 2011 New York Super Lawyer.
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September 26, 2011
Michael Tiliakos named 2011 New York Rising Star.
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September 16, 2011
Michael Tiliakos obtains complete defense verdict in breach of contract arbitration.
June 2, 2011
Christina Fletcher publishes �Dangerous Liaisons? An Analysis of Employer Liability for Sexual Favoritism in the Workplace� in the Spring 2011 New York State Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Journal, Vol. 36, No. 1.
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June 1, 2011
Human Resources Association of New York�s (an affiliate of SHRM) June 2011 edition of �Inside HR/NY� publishes an article entitled �Annual Legal Update� summarizing the New York labor and employment presentation delivered by Anthony Rao and Mike Tiliakos.
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April 28, 2011
Rao Tiliakos LLP is featured in New York Legal section of Forbes magazine's May 9, 2011 edition.
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April 19, 2011
Rao Tiliakos LLP has been certified as a bona fide minority owned and operated business by the National Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. (�NMSDC�).
Rao Tiliakos LLP is now listed in the databases of both the New York and New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. and the NMSDC Minority Business Information Systems.
April 9, 2011
Michael Tiliakos presents tips on professionalism during Penn State Law School�s annual �Summer Boot Camp� program.
April 8, 2011
Michael Tiliakos co-presents �Using Social Media In Litigation� before PLI�s 2011 Information Technology Law Institute
March 16, 2011
Anthony Rao and Michael Tiliakos present �Annual Labor & Employment Law Update� covering GINA, wage/hour, Supreme Court decisions, NLRA, NY update and national trends before the Human Resource Association of New York (HR/NY), a SHRM Affiliate.
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February 28, 2011
Michael Tiliakos co-presents with the New York State Department of Labor on the Construction Fair Play Act to the New York Hispanics in Real Estate and Construction Association.
January 27, 2011
Michael Tiliakos presents legal career tips during the New York State Bar Association�s Annual Meeting.
January 26, 2011
Rao Tiliakos affiliates with the Law Offices of Scott D. Segal, P.A., ERISA and benefits counsel.
On January 26, 2011, Rao Tiliakos affiliated with the Law Offices of Scott D. Segal, P.A. in Miami, Florida (www.myhrattorney.com). Through this affiliation, Rao Tiliakos has expanded its expertise and services in the areas of employee benefits, executive compensation and ERISA law.
January 24, 2011
Rao Tiliakos LLP launches print ad.
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January 19, 2011
Rao Tiliakos is proud to sponsor the New York Cares annual spring benefit.
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December 22, 2010
Rao Tiliakos LLP has been selected by the New York State Urban Development Corporation d/b/a Empire State Development Corporation as pre-qualified counsel to provide legal services in the area of labor and employment law counseling and related litigation.
December 21, 2010
Final New York Hospitality and Restaurant Wage Order is released and is effective on January 1, 2011.
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December 13, 2010
WallStJobs.com publishes Rao Tiliakos LLP article: "New York's Wage Theft Prevention Act is Real."
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December 2, 2010
Michael Tiliakos is segment guest on RadioNeo.
RadioNeo is an internet call-in radio show that discusses the hottest topics in New York labor and employment law.
November 12, 2010
Michael Tiliakos is now a Board Member of the Hellenic American Lawyers� Association.
Michael Tiliakos has been inducted as a Board Member of the Hellenic American Lawyers� Association - an organization dedicated to growing and assisting all attorneys of Hellenic descent in their professional careers and to providing a network of assistance to attorneys, students, and clients.
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October 5, 2010
Michael Tiliakos presents before the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce.
Michael Tiliakos presents on �The Impact of Healthcare Reform on Your Business� before the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce.
September 15, 2010
Anthony Rao named New York Super Lawyer.
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September 1, 2010
Anthony Rao Publishes Chamber of Commerce Article: "How to Become Less Attractive to New York Wage and Hour Class Counsel.
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August 27, 2010
Rao Tiliakos recognized as a Minority-Owned Enterprise by the New York State Department of Economic Development.
The New York State Department of Economic Development has recognized Rao Tiliakos as a Minority-Owned Business Enterprise and has listed the firm in New York�s Directory of Certified Businesses.
August 18, 2010
Rao Tiliakos Obtains Plaintiff�s Summary Judgment in Commercial Breach of Contract and Fraud Action and Pierces Corporate Veil.
On behalf of its client and Plaintiff, Global Events, Rao Tiliakos obtained summary judgment in a commercial breach of contract and fraud action involving hospitality services under California law. In addition, the motion successfully argued that piercing the corporate veil was necessary in order to reach the assets of the individual Defendant, who is the impermissible alter ego of the corporate Defendant. Global Events LLC v. Waterworks Investments, Inc., et. al. California Superior Court� County of San Francisco, Case No. CGC-09-487139
August 5, 2010
Rao Tiliakos Obtains Summary Judgment in False Imprisonment, False Arrest, Assault and Defamation Action Arising From Termination.
After being terminated for theft, Plaintiff asserted claims for false imprisonment, false arrest, assault and defamation relating to the investigation and grievance of the incident. The Court held that Plaintiff failed to establish false imprisonment during a collectively bargained grievance hearing for the plaintiff�s benefit. Also, because Defendant did not affirmatively induce a police officer to act and there was no physical contact between Defendant�s employees and Plaintiff, false arrest and assault were impossible. Plaintiff also could not establish defamation, and even if he could, the alleged statement was unrelated to Plaintiff�s work and there were no allegations of special damages. Finally, the Court held that an affidavit from Plaintiff�s attorney with no personal knowledge of the facts lacks any probative value, and the Court cannot rely on speculation in opposition to the motion. Salvador Torres v. DHL Express (USA) Inc., et al., New York Supreme Court � Queens County, Case No. 16874.
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June 23, 2010
Law360: Sing Tao Papers Sales Rep Loses Cert. Bid In OT Suit
Law360, New York (June 23, 2010) � A federal judge in Manhattan has rejected a bid for collective action certification from a former Sing Tao Newspapers New York Ltd. employee who accused the company of failing to pay advertising sales representatives the required minimum wage or a premium rate for overtime hours. The complete article can be read here in PDF format.
June 22, 2010
Anthony Rao and Christina Fletcher Obtain Denial of FLSA Conditional Certification
In a rare FLSA conditional certification victory for employers, the Court in Wang v. Sing Tao Newspapers New York denied Plaintiff�s motion for FLSA conditional certification in a minimum wage, overtime, spread of hours and exemption case because there was no proof that the Plaintiff was similarly situated to the class he purports to represent. With respect to the putative class, the Court could not determine from the record how Plaintiff knew: (1) when the putative class worked, (2) where they worked, (3) how much they were paid, and (4) their daily duties. The quick decision can be read here in PDF format.
March 16, 2010
Rao Tiliakos LLP obtains summary judgment/adjudication in a two plaintiff, five defendant, nine claim harassment and retaliation action filed in Alameda County, California.
A current male and a former female employee filed a complaint alleging, among other things, sexual and national origin harassment and retaliation stemming from the actions of an alleged �de facto� supervisor and others. In granting Defendants� motion for summary judgment/adjudication on Plaintiffs� claims for harassment, retaliation, failure to take reasonable steps to prevent or correct harassment/retaliation, Cal. Civ. Code sec. 51.7 liability, emotional distress, wrongful termination and defamation, Judge George C. Hernandez held that Plaintiffs� co-worker was not a �supervisor� and Plaintiffs failed to establish an actionable hostile work environment claim under the FEHA. The Court held that once the Company became aware of the alleged harassing conduct, it took reasonable steps to correct and/or prevent the alleged harassment. The Court further held that Plaintiffs failed to establish retaliation because they were not subjected to an adverse employment action. A copy of this decision may be read by clicking here.
March 10, 2010
Anthony Rao quoted in Employment Law 360: Conditional Cert. Sought in Sing Tao Papers OT Suit.
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September 8, 2009
Anthony Rao presents before the Native American Finance Officers� Association.
Anthony Rao presents �Compliant Workplace Reductions While Keeping Morale High� before the Native American Finance Officers� Association (�NAFOA�)
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August 25, 2009
Anthony Rao and Rosemary Joyce obtain summary judgment in Westbrook v. Exel, Inc.
Anthony Rao and Rosemary Joyce obtain summary judgment in a lawsuit alleging breach of employment and severance agreement, unfair competition, and a COBRA violation. Westbrook v. Exel, Inc., CDCA 2009.
July 2, 2009
Anthony Rao is named a �Best of New York� attorney by the Italian Tribune.
July 1, 2009
Anthony Rao and Michael Tiliakos present at the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce.
Anthony Rao and Michael Tiliakos present �Avoiding Common Mistakes of New York Employment Law� before the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce.
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June 26, 2009
Michael Tiliakos and Rosemary Joyce obtained dismissal on Robles v. Goddard Riverside Community Center
The New York Law Journal reports that Michael Tiliakos and Rosemary Joyce obtained dismissal on an aiding and abetting claim against multiple board members because plaintiff failed to prove board participation in the decision to terminate plaintiff, or discrimination on the board�s part to deny plaintiff�s grievance. Robles v. Goddard Riverside Community Center, SDNY 2009.
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May 12, 2009
Michael Tiliakos presents �One Salad Bowl: Many Recipes, The Evolving Role of Labor Law in a Changing Economy� before The Business Outreach Center Network.
August 1, 2008
Rao Ongaro Burtt & Tiliakos LLP launched
Anthony Rao, David Ongaro, David Burtt and Michael Tiliakos form their own labor and employment and commercial litigation boutique in New York and San Francisco. Read More.
July 15, 2008
Anthony Rao lauded in Legal 500 United States
Legal 500 United States, the independent guide to America's foremost law firms, ranked Anthony Rao's former practice group at Seyfarth Shaw, Workplace and Employment Counseling, at the top of the best-in-class rankings (Tier 1 of 4).
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