Heart of Employment is the California workers’ guide to understanding rights at work, straight from the lawyers who know them best. Every episode, we sit down with experienced California employment attorneys from D.Law to break down the workplace issues that matter most: wrongful termination, pay and overtime issues, discrimination, retaliation, and all the other things your boss hopes you don’t know.<br /><br />Whether you’re navigating a toxic work environment, facing harassment, or just want to be empowered with knowledge, this podcast gives you real legal insights in plain English. No legalese, no fluff. Just honest, actionable conversations to help you protect yourself and others at work.<br /><br />Got a question about your rights? Email us at heart@d.law and we might cover it in a future episode.
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Podcast Overview
Heart of Employment is the California workers’ guide to understanding rights at work, straight from the lawyers who know them best. Every episode, we sit down with experienced California employment attorneys from D.Law to break down the workplace issues that matter most: wrongful termination, pay and overtime issues, discrimination, retaliation, and all the other things your boss hopes you don’t know.<br /><br />Whether you’re navigating a toxic work environment, facing harassment, or just want to be empowered with knowledge, this podcast gives you real legal insights in plain English. No legalese, no fluff. Just honest, actionable conversations to help you protect yourself and others at work.<br /><br />Got a question about your rights? Email us at heart@d.law and we might cover it in a future episode.
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June 16, 2026
Why Your Story Matters with Arsiné Grigoryan
In this episode of Heart of Employment, host Dave sits down with Senior Counsel Arsiné Grigoryan to explore one of the most misunderstood areas of employment law: class action lawsuits. Arsiné explains why class actions matter, what employees should do when they receive a notice in the mail, and how even seemingly small workplace violations can add up to significant claims when workers come together. From missed meal breaks and off-the-clock work to unpaid time spent responding to after-hours texts, she breaks down the wage and hour violations employees often don't realize they're experiencing. The conversation also covers a critical topic many workers worry about: what happens when a lawyer contacts you about a class action case, and whether participating can put your job at risk. If you've ever wondered whether your workplace is following the law—or if you've received a class action notice and weren't sure what to do next—this episode will help you understand your rights and why every employee's story matters.
January 20, 2026
Building Company Culture with Edgar Davtyan
In Episode 5 of Heart of Employment, host Dave sits down with Edgar Davtyan, Director of Business Affairs at D.Law, for a wide-ranging conversation on what company culture really means — and why it’s more than just perks and mission statements. Edgar shares how his background in advertising shaped his approach to law firm culture, how intentional design (of space, policy, and leadership) builds community, and why love, respect, and treating people like humans first are non-negotiable values in today’s workplace. Topics include: Why culture is a set of unspoken and spoken rules The case for in-office work in a hybrid world How architecture, food, and art shape employee experience Rethinking work-life balance, vacation policies, and care at scale What to look for in a job — and how to stand out as a candidate This one’s for the employees, the managers, and the culture-builders. If you care about how it feels to work somewhere, you’ll want to hear this.
December 8, 2025
Class Actions with Emil Davtyan (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our class action deep dive, we welcome back D.Law Founder and Managing Attorney Emil Davtyan to continue unpacking the power — and the complexity — behind group lawsuits in the workplace. This episode answers the next wave of questions: How many people are really needed to bring a class action? Do you need to do anything to receive a settlement? How long does it take to get paid — and why? What’s the deal with arbitration agreements? And… do lawyers really take all the money? From breaking down legal myths to explaining why class reps can’t just “cash out,” Emil gives workers the facts they need to understand what’s at stake — and how class actions work from the inside. Whether you’re part of a class or just curious how these cases unfold, this episode lays it all out.
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