At Rothschild Wishek + Sands LLP, we provide legal services to members of the California Teachers Association (CTA) through the union`s Group Legal Services Program (GLSP). The member is responsible for the payment of all attorneys` fees and costs in excess of the amount authorized by the CTA as a result of a UTLA transfer for payment. GLSP`s lawyer may request a professional services contract with the Member prior to the provision of the services. In criminal labour law cases, the fees to be charged by the GLSP lawyer for higher representation than that allowed for the payment of the CTA are agreed between the member and the lawyer. General Counsel: Kent S. Ray Mailing Address: Chicago Transit Authority Law Department 567 West Lake Street Chicago, IL 60661 When delivering a subpoena, only registered mail or manual delivery methods are accepted. Please send registered mail to: CTA Law Department Torts Paralegal Section 567 W. Lake Street Chicago, IL 60661-1498 Subpoenas are accepted during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
Monday – Friday. If you have any questions about the legal department, call 312-681-3173. If you are a teacher who needs legal help, contact your local union representative for more information and a reference to the appropriate GLSP lawyer or law firm. Here you will find information on THE GLSP`s policies and procedures, how to request assistance with employment matters, and the laws and regulations that affect you as a CTA member in your employment. This model works. Ask around. Chances are, your local police association or deputy sheriff`s association is not affiliated with a national or national union (although they likely belong to a lobbying organization and/or legal defense fund), and they pay much less than teachers in contributions. Fortunately, our licensed lawyers have extensive experience and knowledge in the areas of personal injury and property damage. From start to finish, they are ready to provide you with the help and support you need to ensure the best possible results for your claim. If the Staff Representative determines that the Member is eligible for GLS and has a legal issue covered by GLS, he/she will provide the Member with relevant information, appropriate GLS forms and a formal referral to an approved GLS law firm. Welcome to the Legal Beat! In this column, which will be a regular article in the magazine, CTA lawyers will cover legal “hot topics,” your legal rights, disputes between CTAs and local unions (also known as “chapters”), and more.
We begin this column with a brief overview of the key benefits available to CTA members and local union members through the CTA`s Group Legal Services (LMS) program. While there are countless law firms in Los Angeles County, choosing the right attorney for representation can mean the difference between successfully winning the case and failing. Fortunately, at CTA Law, we are willing to go the extra mile to provide you with exceptional customer service and excellent legal representation. This GLS program summary does not cover all aspects of this very valuable benefit for members. Please contact your staff representative or a local manager if you have any questions about the GLS program or if you need assistance in the event of a labour dispute. Or just relax with the peace of mind that your union offers excellent legal benefits if you ever deal with a work-related legal claim. The GLS program is affiliated with the National Education Association`s Unified Legal Services Program, which provides financial support to state subsidiaries that provide legal services in accordance with nea program rules. Are you looking for an alternative to the California Teachers Association (CTA) model of teacher representation? Goyette, Ruano & Thompson (GRT) provides legal services to teachers and other certified education workers – this costs about 1/2 of what teachers currently pay in union dues. GRT`s experienced education lawyers act as your professional negotiator at the bargaining table. Instead of your confidant, we act as your advocate for any legal matter, and we give the teachers` association local control over its finances and decisions without creating more work for the board of directors of the teachers` association.
Yes. Like most insurance benefits, GLS benefits are subject to important conditions and applied consistently. For example, GLS is an advantage that only benefits members. To be eligible for reporting, an individual must have been a member of a union at the time of the underlying incident. when the need for legal services arose (usually when the request for legal services was or should have been made); and for the duration of the provision of the GLS services. At our Glendale law firm, every legal matter of our clients is handled with the utmost care and attention. The CTA strives to preserve and enhance the rights of educators and other public school employees in all aspects of their employment. As a benefit of membership, CTA members receive free employment-related legal services and advice on non-employment-related legal issues. For employment-related criminal cases, the GLSP provides an initially authorized amount to assist with investigations and defense. In addition, the EEL insurance policy reimburses a deposit premium up to a limit.
If the teacher wins in the criminal proceedings, the EEL insurance policy will also reimburse attorneys` fees and expenses up to a certain limit. If luck was not on your side and you suffered physical or psychological injuries, you know that you have the right to receive fair compensation for your problems. At CTA Law Firm in Glendale, California, we have specialized training and years of experience in the field of personal injury litigation. Our experienced lawyers are ready to stay by your side every step of the way and provide the legal support needed to make an effective infringement claim necessary for adequate compensation. The funding of matters dealt with by the CTA is subject to certain limitations, depending on the nature of the case. For example, trainee employees are entitled to three hours of free legal representation for non-re-election. A GLS lawyer may, on behalf of the member, request additional funding from the CTA for civil labour litigation if necessary. No two legal cases are the same.
For this reason, we take a very individual approach to each claim and work closely with you to ensure the success of your case. An individual member may be referred by a regional representative to a Group Legal Services Program (PSL) lawyer for advice and guidance on employment-related issues covered.