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Growing Our Reach to Better Serve Clients Across California
Gomerman | Bourn & Associates has expanded from two offices to four locations! Along with our established offices in San Francisco and San Jose, we now welcome clients in Redwood City and Santa Rosa.
5 days ago1 min read


Before You Ask ChatGPT for Legal Advice, Read This
Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life. Tools like ChatGPT are being used to draft emails, get help with schoolwork,...
Aug 7, 20254 min read


Fraud. Corruption. Retaliation. The Trial Against Cal OES Has Begun
This case has it all, lies, corruption, harassment, and a long trail of cover-ups by a state agency that should have known better....
Jul 9, 20252 min read


$9.15M Verdict Exposes Failures to Protect Employee from Harassment and Retaliation
A Santa Clara County jury has delivered a powerful message: no company, no matter how large or well-known, is above accountability. On...
Jul 3, 20253 min read


Jury Slaps Publicly Traded Bay Area Company With $9.15 Million Verdict For Harassment And Retaliation
A Santa Clara County jury just awarded $9.15 million dollars to Peter Rogerson, a former Senior Director of Worldwide Marketing Communications at Power Integrations, Inc., finding that the San Jose-based semiconductor company unlawfully harassed Peter Rogerson based on his disability and ultimately fired him because he complained about harassment and discrimination.
Jul 1, 20253 min read


Jose Ramirez Reinstated as Livingston City Manager After Wrongful Termination
On March 18, 2025, Jose Ramirez was officially reinstated as the City of Livingston’s City Manager , closing a significant chapter in a...
Mar 26, 20252 min read


Whistleblower Reinstated As Livingston City Manager Following Settlement
Whistleblower Reinstated As Livingston City Manager Following Settlement
Mar 25, 20252 min read


Third Lawsuit Filed Against Newsom-Appointed Cal OES Former Deputy Director Ryan Buras
We Represent All Three Plaintiffs with Claims of Sexual Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Against California Disaster Agency.
Oct 17, 20245 min read


How Complaining About Harassment at Work Can Protect You
Sometimes it can be scary to report sexual harassment at work. However, complaining about sexual harassment at work can...
Aug 7, 20242 min read


Employee Protection from Retaliation Expands in 2024
A new law increases employee protection from retaliation in the workplace.
Dec 12, 20231 min read


California Worker’s Rights Regarding Vaccination Status & Testing
Three and a half years after the global pandemic, COVID-19 is still affecting workers across the state of California. As recently as...
Sep 6, 20232 min read


Workplace Fairness for Pregnant Workers
PWFA changes the workplace obligation for employers.
Aug 28, 20231 min read


Appellate Court Upholds Jury Award in Whistleblower Case
A California appellate court recently upheld a large jury award in a whistleblower case involving a Los Angeles-based media company.
Aug 7, 20231 min read


Wrongful Discharge Lawsuit Filed Against California Community College
Former community college tenured professor files lawsuit for wrongful discharge and violation of first amendment rights.
Jul 27, 20232 min read


Discrimination in the Workplace: Refusal of Service to Protected Class
Supreme Court decision raises questions about discrimination in the workplace.
Jul 5, 20232 min read


Is It Wrongful Termination?
California is an "at-will" state. "At will" means that your employer can fire you at any time for any reason (or no reason at all). This...
Aug 28, 20192 min read


Age Discrimination in Tech
Age discrimination is illegal, and employers cannot fire you due to your age.
Nov 27, 20182 min read


California Lunch Break Laws
The last thing you want to do is rock the boat, when it comes to lunch breaks but working through mealtime isn’t good for you.
Nov 1, 20182 min read


Pregnancy Discrimination 101
Pregnancy discrimination is real, and it is illegal. Here’s what you need to know about discrimination and whether you’re experiencing it.
Oct 18, 20182 min read


Can I Be Fired for Reporting Sexual Harassment in the Workplace?
In a time when #metoo is lending power and a voice to victims of sexual harassment, it can be hard to believe that victims still have...
Oct 9, 20182 min read
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