Algeria Ford Secures Defense Verdict in High-Stakes Employment Case

Please join us in congratulating Burke partner Algeria Ford on a significant trial victory in the Los Angeles Superior Court.

Following a three-week jury trial, Al secured a defense verdict on behalf of a former Long Beach police supervisor in a high-stakes employment case involving allegations of sexual harassment and related claims. Plaintiff’s counsel sought over $20 million in damages during closing arguments.

However, after just a few hours of deliberation, the jury returned a verdict in favor of all the defendants on all counts.

This result reflects outstanding trial advocacy and a disciplined defense strategy under challenging circumstances. Congratulations on an exceptional result.

Al is a Partner in our Inland Empire office whose litigation practice spans labor and employment, civil rights, tort and premises liability, and public law. He currently serves as City Attorney for the City of Simi Valley and brings extensive trial experience to every matter, including prior jury trial work as a Deputy District Attorney with the Orange County District Attorney’s Office.