Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC

06/05/2026

The Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawsuit is back in the spotlight, and I’m breaking down what the latest court fight means.

I cover the defamation claims, retaliation allegations, attorney’s fees, damages, and how California AB 933 may impact survivor statements and workplace misconduct cases.

Follow Derek Smith Law Group for more legal analysis on employment law, sexual harassment, workplace retaliation, civil rights, and lawsuit updates.

06/03/2026

A $642 deli platter. A firing dispute. A $4.25M FINRA arbitration award.

Let's break down the Brent Bodner v. JPMorgan case and what it shows about workplace disputes, arbitration, and employee rights.

06/02/2026

The World Cup is coming to Philly. So is the wage theft.
Six matches. One huge summer. And workers carrying the whole thing.
From Center City restaurants and hotels to bars, delivery routes, cleaning crews, and stadium security, Philly will be packed, along with New York, New Jersey, Miami, LA, and the Bay Area.
A busy season is not a free pass to break the law.
Were you denied overtime? Paid below minimum wage? Cheated out of tips? Refused protected leave?
That's wage theft, and you have the right to fight back.
⚖️ Derek Smith Law Group stands up for workers: 800-807-2209, https://bit.ly/2WaBL9D

💼 Got a wage and hour claim? Our partner firm Wage & Hour Attorneys does this all day: 800-651-4950, wageandhourattorneys.com

Call either team for a free consultation. Don't let the World Cup rush rob you of what you earned.

06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month from Derek Smith Law Group 🌈

No one should face workplace discrimination, harassment, or retaliation because of who they are or who they love.

At Derek Smith Law Group, our employment lawyers fight for employee rights and advocate for fair, inclusive workplaces every day. Learn more at dereksmithlaw.com

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05/29/2026

⚖️ ON THIS DAY IN EMPLOYMENT LAW HISTORY ⚖️
May 29, 1919. The International Labour Organization (ILO) was founded, laying the global cornerstone for workers' rights, fair labor standards, and protection from workplace abuse.

More than a century later, that fight is far from over, and neither are we.
Every day, hardworking employees across the country face mistreatment they should never have to endure. If you've been a victim of any of the following, you have rights, and we're here to enforce them:
✔️ Sexual Harassment in the workplace
✔️ Workplace Discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, national origin, pregnancy, or LGBTQ+ status
✔️ Wrongful Termination
✔️ Retaliation for reporting misconduct
✔️ Hostile Work Environment
✔️ Unpaid Wages, Overtime & FLSA Violations
✔️ Whistleblower Retaliation
✔️ FMLA & Disability Accommodation Denials

At Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC, our award-winning employment lawyers have recovered millions of dollars for employees in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Miami, and nationwide. We level the playing field against employers who think their power puts them above the law.

You don't pay unless we win. Your consultation is 100% FREE and confidential.
📞 Call 800-807-2209
🌐 Visit https://bit.ly/4uY8xFB
💼 Justice. Dignity. Results.

05/27/2026

You shouldn't have to wilt at your own desk. 🥀
If your workplace has become a place you dread, the problem isn't you. Harassment, discrimination, and retaliation drain the people who deserve to thrive. The moment you speak up is the moment things start to change.
Your voice matters. Your rights matter. And the right team makes all the difference.
Call us for a free, confidential consultation at 800-807-2209 or check out our website https://bit.ly/4dyLrj8 for more info.

05/26/2026

🎙️ Episode 3 of Brief Banter is OUT NOW: Credibility on Trial: One Lie, Consent, and Who Gets Believed ⚖️🔥
Can a single lie cost a victim their entire case? And does anyone ever forfeit the right to say no?
Credibility. Consent. And who the system chooses to believe.
In this episode, Derek Smith and Dawn DeMaio of the Derek Smith Law Group break down:
⚖️ "Falsus in uno": the jury instruction that lets one lie cast doubt on everything a witness says, and how it actually plays out when a case goes to trial
🛡️ Why no one's job or past ever cancels their right to be protected from sexual assault, including the survivors other firms turn away
💼 Workplace sexual coercion and what the law says when keeping a paycheck means submitting to someone in power
This is your news feed through a legal lens: smart, sharp, accessible, and never boring.
🎧 Listen or watch now:
Spotify: https://bit.ly/4tS8w5J
Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4txCQSD
YouTube: https://bit.ly/43nekbQ
⚖️ Brief Banter
Legal talk. Zero snooze.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, Derek Smith Law Group honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We remember. We honor. We are forever grateful.

05/22/2026

🎙️ Episode 3 of Brief Banter is OUT NOW: From JPMorgan to Justin Baldoni: Power on Trial ⚖️🔥

What do Wall Street, Bravo, and Hollywood have in common right now?
Power. Workplace culture. Public fallout. And legal questions too big to ignore.

In this episode, Derek Smith and Dawn DeMaio of the Derek Smith Law Group break down:

⚖️ The JPMorgan harassment case and what it raises about male victims, same-sex harassment, internal investigations, and workplace power dynamics
📺 The latest Bravo Network legal battles, including current reality TV cases involving Bravo and Andy Cohen
🎬 The newest Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively lawsuit update and what the headlines may be missing

This is your news feed through a legal lens: smart, sharp, accessible, and never boring.

🎧 Listen or watch now:
Spotify: https://bit.ly/4tS8w5J
Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4txCQSD
YouTube: https://bit.ly/43nekbQ

⚖️ Brief Banter
Legal talk. Zero snooze.

05/20/2026

$1 MILLION offer REJECTED. 💼 The JPMorgan workplace lawsuit has Wall Street talking and the allegations are unlike anything we've covered. On Episode 3, we break down what this case means for employee rights, corporate accountability, and what every worker should know.

🎙️ Episode 3 of Brief Banter drops Friday, May 22nd.

Allegations only. All parties deserve due process.