Practice Areas

Business Litigation

Business disputes are not only expensive, but they can take a life of their own, draining the energy of executives and entrepreneurs alike.

Class Actions

Lawsuits are expensive. So expensive, in fact, that the cost of litigating a matter can easily exceed the damages a successful plaintiff can expect to recover. That's where class actions come in.

Constitutional Law

Freedom of speech, of the press, of religion, from excessive force, from unreasonable searches and seizure, from government discrimination. Due process of law.

Crime Victims: Civil Action for Damages for Criminal Acts Under Ohio Revised Code § 2307.60

If you are a crime victim, there’s an Ohio law that may help you seek justice. Ohio Revised Code Section 2307.60 authorizes crime victims to file civil lawsuits against the persons responsible for injuring them. The statute applies broadly.

Defamation (Libel and Slander)

When reputations are on the line, we've handled high-stakes matters.

Economic Espionage & Criminal Theft of Trade Secrets

Since 1996, it has been a federal crime to misappropriate a company's trade secrets with the knowledge or intent that the theft will benefit a foreign power.

Employment Discrimination

No matter the industry in which you work, federal and all states' laws provide extensive protections against discrimination and retaliation for reporting discrimination.

Employment Retaliation

Federal and state law protects individuals willing to stand up for themselves and others when they reasonable believe unlawful discrimination or other illegal activity has taken or is taking place.

ERISA

False Claims Act (Qui Tams)

If you work for a company that does business with the federal government or any of its agencies, and you suspect that your employer, or anyone else, has been engaged in fraudulent activity, federal law offers you protection.

Family Medical Leave Act

Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), eligible employees are entitled to up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons with continuation of group health insurance.

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

Government Ethics, Misconduct, Fraud, & Abuse

Healthcare Fraud

Federal and state investigators devote tens of millions of dollars annually to healthcare-fraud detection, investigation, and prosecution. A conviction can mean years in prison, losing a medical license, and financial ruin.

Internal Investigations

Companies, governments, non-profit organizations, and interested citizens engage The Chandra Law Firm LLC in Cleveland and draw on our experiences to investigate potential misconduct.

LGBT Rights

For years, LGBT people had no legal protection from discrimination in employment, housing, education, and other aspects of American life. Things are starting to change, although they have not changed enough. We stand ready in the fight.

Mediation

Mortgage Fraud

We have successfully defended clients from both criminal cases and civil liability.

Non-competition Agreements

The Chandra Law Firm LLC's lawyers have extensive experience representing individuals and businesses in cases involving non-competition agreements and unfair competition.

Public Corruption

As the general public continues to lose trust in elected officials and government workers, any allegation of public corruption has the potential to ruin your reputation.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act

Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment is still a serious problem in workplaces across the country. If you are a victim, it can be hard to come forward out of fears of retaliation. But the Chandra Law Firm LLC will have your back in your fight for justice.

Wage-and-Hour (Fair Labor Standards Act)

Recognizing the importance of labor conditions to the health, efficiency, and wellbeing of American workers, Congress enacted the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Whistleblower Actions (False Claims Act)

But the False Claims Act is tricky, and there are many pitfalls for the unwary. Experience in these cases makes a big difference.

Wrongful Death

The Chandra Law Firm LLC has been entrusted with the solemn responsibility of representing grieving families who have lost loved ones. And we've obtained results.

Wrongful Termination

While most people who've been fired feel wronged, that doesn't mean they've been wrongfully terminated in the eyes of the law, which can be harsh—and defines only a few narrow areas where employees can fight back. Here's how we find cases worth fighti