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Questions about whether someone can be refused service for wearing a Trump shirt - Detroit Free Press
Retaliation/Wrongful Termination: Fired Building Official Sues the City of Pontiac
Sexual Harassment: Wayne County Sheriff sued for sexual harassment of Deputy
Violation of First Amendment and Whistleblower Protection Act: $825,000 judgment against the University of Michigan on behalf of Police Officer
Sexual Harassment: $895,000 settlement for Almont Police Sergeant
Police Whistleblower: Detroit police lieutenant sues for workplace retaliation and suspension after exposing an overtime fraud scheme
Landmark Michigan Supreme Court case strengthens worker rights, ensuring employees can sue for reporting safety concerns
Comments on Coach Mel Tucker breach of contract– Featured in The Detroit News
Age Discrimination: Case on behalf of longtime Detroit Red Wings Zamboni driver against Olympia Entertainment
Retaliation: $10.6 million award for two cardiologists wrongfully fired by DMC after reporting serious violations of the False Claims Act
Constitutional Due Process: New Title IX Rule Reinforces Due Process Rights, Echoes Court Victories Against University of Michigan
Retaliation: Former Melvindale Police Chief Fired Over Exposure of Predatory Towing and Ticket Quotas
Disability Discrimination: Young Woman Physically Detained by Police When They Incorrectly Thought She Stole Hair Ties
Defamation/Harassment: $3.5 million judgment for former University of Michigan Student Body President against former Assistant Attorney General for stalking and harassment
Deborah Gordon Profile in the Detroit Legal News for her lifelong commitment to civil rights, her pioneering career in employment law, and her impactful work as a trial lawyer, including major verdicts and pro bono advocacy
Ticket Quota Retaliation: $280,000 settlement for police officer retaliated against for exposing Ticket Quota scheme
$3 million jury verdict for a West Bloomfield couple falsely accused by Oakland County Prosecutor of sexually abusing their autistic daughter based on discredited "facilitated communication”
Retaliation: Court Clerk Awarded $3 million against the 48th District Court
Free Speech/Due Process: School District Settles Lawsuit Over Social Media Surveillance, Raising Concerns About Free Speech and Due Process
Deborah Gordon Profile in Downtown News magazine

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