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March 27, 2026
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Rachel Fiset Discusses LA Social Media Case Verdict on CBSLA

The significance of the New Mexico and Los Angeles verdicts against social media companies cannot be overstated in how they may change the landscape of our children’s use and, I think, the mental health of society holistically. Real change is not imminent but just like the tobacco trials changed the industry, monumental change will come. These cases are worth the battle!

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February 27, 2026
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Rachel Fiset Discusses the Utah Author on Trial for Husband’s Murder with Nichole Berlie on NewsNation.

Rachel Fiset joined NewsNation to discuss the case of Kouri Richins, a mother of three who wrote a children’s book about grief after the passing of her husband – and was then charged with his murder!  The jury is presented with video of an inconsolable widow along with evidence of her inconsistent statements and a strong financial motive.  At the end of this, it seems the jury will simply need to hear from Kouri if it is going to make sense of her defense.  

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December 3, 2025
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Rachel Fiset On ‘Surviving the Survivor’ Podcast Discusses the Trial of Brian Walshe with Host, Joel Waldman, Margaret McLean and Prof Jo Explains.

Thank you to Steve Cohen and host Joel Waldman for inviting me to guest on ‘Surviving the Survivor’ along with Margaret Mclean and Prof Jo Explains. There was almost too much to discuss about Brian Walshe, who is currently on trial for his wife’s murder and is defending the case by saying she died a “sudden unexplained death” but admitting he dismembered her body and got rid of her remains immediately thereafter.  Google searches like, “how to dispose of body parts, how long before a body smells?, and Hacksaw, best tools to dismember a body” are likely not persuading a jury of his innocence.  This trial is a doozy and so is the podcast!

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November 20, 2025
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Rachel Fiset Dissects This Week’s Trial Files on Access Daily

I had so much fun on Access Daily at NBCUniversal Studios this week! It was great to discuss developments relating to the case of the girl found in the trunk of D4vd’s car and a little-known North Carolina law that just provided the basis for a woman to win a $1.7 million verdict against her ex-husband’s lover for “stealing” her husband! That covers the gamut of law…

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November 4, 2025
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Rachel Fiset On KNX News Radio Discusses SNAP Benefits Amid Government Shutdown

Rachel Fiset spoke on KNX News Radio to discuss what is next now that two federal judges have ordered the Trump Administration to use contingency funds to fund the SNAP program. Under the Trump Administration, SNAP benefits have been discontinued as the Government Shutdown continues. There are a lot of unknowns and depending on how the program rolls out and the administration elects to fund it, will determine how quickly those in need will receive benefits. The consequences of the shutdown are dire for millions, and yet, it lingers on. 

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October 30, 2025
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Rachel Fiset On KCAL News Discusses SCE’s Compensation Plan For Eaton Fire Victims

Rachel Fiset on KCAL News Discusses SCE’s launched compensation plan for victims of the Eaton fire while continuing to fight liability against the thousands of Plaintiffs seeking fair compensation in court.  SCE is making those that choose to negotiate an amount that makes them whole wait to be compensated while paying a predetermined amount to those who may not have the ability to fight for fair compensation any longer.  

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October 21, 2025
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KCAL NEWS – Rachel Fiset Discusses The Indictment of Former Trump Advisor, Bolton.

Thank You to @KCAL, @CBS News for having me on to speak about indictment of John Bolton.  John Bolton is an outspoken critic of Donald Trump and the third of Trump’s well-known enemies to be indicted in the last couple months.  The indictment involves Bolton’s mishandling of allegedly classified information in the form of “diary like entries” that Bolton drafted and sent to his wife and apparently for the purpose of preserving his memories for writing his tell all book.  He is charged with 18 felony counts relating to his alleged mishandling of classified information, charges that could each come with a maximum of a 10-year sentence.  The question remains whether these charges will withstand judicial scrutiny or if they are simply brought by this administration as revenge for his defiance.   

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September 19, 2025
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KNX News 97.1 FM – Rachel Fiset Provides Guidance on SCE Proposed Compensation Protocol

September 19, 2025 – Southern California Edison recently announced a draft compensation protocol for victims of the Eaton Fire, including proposed settlement figures. Rachel Fiset says, “While these numbers may appear appealing at first glance, it’s essential to understand the true intent behind this move — and the serious risks of settling early”.

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June 30, 2025
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Rachel Fiset is Named to the 2025 Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Leaders of Influence: Litigators and Trial Attorneys”

Los Angeles – June 30, 2025 – Los Angeles Business Journal has named ZFZ Managing Partner, Rachel Fiset, in their 2025 edition of “Leaders of Influence: Litigators and Trial Attorneys.” The publication honors “the very best litigators and trial attorneys in the region, the trusted advisors you want in your corner in court.”

Rachel L. Fiset is a co-founder and partner of ZFZ Law LLP and has been involved in several of the highest profile investigations and cases in the Central District of California. Over the past year, Fiset has broadened her practice and had an impressive streak of wins that demonstrate her skilled approach to representing both plaintiffs and defendants involved in complex litigation and defending government investigations by the SEC, US Attorney, and District Attorney’s Office stemming from violations ranging from securities fraud, False Claims Act violations, healthcare fraud, wire fraud and public corruption, among other issues. Fiset also has an impressive track record working with whistleblowers and qui tam relators in cases brought by the SEC and US Attorney’s office.

See the 2025 edition of Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Leaders of Influence: Litigators and Trial Attorneys” here.

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Rachel.Fiset@rfzllp.com, 213-266-5170

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May 27, 2025
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ZFZ Managing Partner Rachel Fiset Named to the 2025 Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Women of Influence: Attorneys”

Los Angeles – May 27, 2025 – Los Angeles Business Journal has named ZFZ Managing Partner, Rachel Fiset, in their 2025 edition of “Women of Influence: Attorneys.” The publication “honors the region’s most influential women legal professionals.”

Rachel has achieved outstanding results for Fortune 500 companies, mid-to-small-sized companies, and individuals accused of healthcare fraud, political corruption, bribery, SEC violations, real estate investment fraud, environmental violations, import/export violations, money laundering, copyright infringement, and theft of trade secrets. Rachel’s complex civil practice has included highly favorable settlements and verdicts in wide-ranging matters relating to government agencies, utility and energy companies, healthcare, telecommunications, social media, entertainment, government contracting, and finance.

See the 2025 edition of Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Women of Influence: Attorneys” here.

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Rachel.Fiset@rfzllp.com, 213-266-5170

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February 21, 2025
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True Crime News | The Sidebar Podcast – Rachel Fiset on A$AP Rocky’s Acquittal, Zachary Hughes’ Murder of Christina Parcell, and Lindsay Shiver’s Re-release from Jail for Alleged Murder of her Husband

Rachel Fiset, a managing partner at ZFZ Law, joins “True Crime News: The Sidebar Podcast” to A$AP Rocky’s Acquittal, Zachary Hughes’ Murcer of Christina Parcell, and Lindsay Shiver’s re-release from jail for her alleged murder of her husband.

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January 23, 2025
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KTLA 5 – ZFZ Law Sues SoCal Edison on Behalf of Widow and Her Four Young Children Who Lost Home in Eaton Fire

Los Angeles — Los Angeles litigation firm ZFZ Law LLP filed a lawsuit on Thursday, January 23, 2025, against Southern California Edison Company (SCE) and its parent company, Edison International, on behalf of two Altadena families who tragically lost their homes in the Eaton Fire (Sarah Ray, et al. vs Southern California Edison, et al., No. 25STCV01794). Both families, headed by single mothers caring for young children, allege that SCE’s negligence in maintaining power lines and equipment contributed to the catastrophic wildfire, which has destroyed over 8,000 structures across Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre.

For lifelong Altadena resident, Sarah Ray, and her four young children, ages 2 through 11, the devastating Eaton Fire comes on the heels of another family tragedy. Just before Christmas in 2022, Sarah’s husband, Casey, passed away after a battle with cancer. Today, the destructive and preventable Eaton Fire has devastated their family again. On the night of January 7, 2025, the power suddenly went out at the Ray home. Sarah could see a very distant glow in the mountains. In the next few hours, life for the Ray family was changed forever. At 3 a.m., as flames began to engulf her neighborhood, Sarah heard an evacuation order from a police bullhorn in the street. In a panic, Sarah packed up her children and a few essentials and fled. A lifetime of memories and precious belongings, including the few items she had left from her husband, would soon be turned to ash. With her children crying and terrified in the car, Sarah drove through the flames to safety. Sarah recalls, “I was just trying to keep my family safe. When I saw the flames approaching, I barely had time to grab my kids and our dog. It was terrifying. The smoke was so thick I could hardly see, but I had to get everyone out.” As the Eaton Fire raged on, Sarah confronted the heartbreaking reality of losing her family’s home, along with cherished memories, most of their belongings, and her children’s beloved cat. Sarah, a full-time teacher with LAUSD, now faces the challenge of finding temporary housing for her family of five and ultimately rebuilding their lives on her own.

Sadly, so many families are feeling the devastating impact of the Eaton Fire. Their losses go far beyond losing property – they have lost a sense of safety, stability, and normalcy. They have lost their neighborhoods, their playgrounds, their schools, and their places of worship. The backbone of their community has been shattered. This lawsuit aims to hold SCE accountable for their negligence and egregious violations of law to assist these families in recouping the massive losses they have suffered. Sarah hopes their legal action will not only bring them the justice they seek but also help prevent future tragedies caused by negligence. Sarah says, “We deserve answers and accountability. Our lives were turned upside down by this disaster, and we are seeking justice not only for ourselves but for everyone affected in our community.”

Rachel Fiset, the lead attorney for the case, stated:

“Sadly, the Eaton Fire is yet another instance of a highly destructive fire in California that could have and should have been prevented. Instead, beloved communities are decimated, lives have been lost, and so many people are left trying to piece their lives back together from nothing.”

Ms. Fiset seeks justice for those affected by the Eaton Fire, saying:

“I have litigated hundreds of cases relating to the devastation caused by wildfires, but I never could have anticipated this level of loss in Los Angeles. This event has been painful for so many but there is a desire in the community to rebuild and come back stronger than ever. My goal is to help everyone have that opportunity.”

Dawn Utsumi, an experienced wildfire litigator on the case, stated:

“So many of our friends lost everything in the fire. The breadth of devastation is unimaginable. We believe it’s important to tell their stories as part of the healing process.”

ZFZ Law LLP is a Los Angeles-based law firm with local knowledge, extensive wildfire litigation experience, and resources to bring justice to those devastated by this tragic situation.

About ZFZ Law
ZFZ Law LLP is a nationally recognized law firm with an unrivaled team of trial lawyers and a proven track record of success. ZFZ attorneys include former federal prosecutors and public defenders, veterans of the nation’s most prestigious law firms, and law clerks to federal district judges. From their offices in downtown Los Angeles, they have litigated hundreds of wildfire cases and have decades of experience achieving remarkable results for their clients. ZFZ’s complex civil practice includes favorable settlements and verdicts in wide-ranging matters relating to government agencies, utility and energy companies, healthcare, telecommunications, social media, entertainment, government contracting, and finance. ZFZ’s award-winning attorneys have been named top white-collar lawyers and top leaders in law by the Los Angeles Business Journal, the Daily Journal, and U.S. News and World Report. ZFZ is currently recognized by Chambers USA and the Daily Journal as a top litigation law firm. ZFZ’s attorneys often offer legal expertise and analysis in major publications and news outlets worldwide, including CBS, BBC, CNN, NewsNation, The New York Times, Washington Post, and NBC. _________________________________________________________________________________________

For more information, please contact Rachel Fiset (213) 266-5172, Rachel.fiset@rfzllp.com, or visit rfzllp.com.

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December 30, 2024
Announcements

Jeanine Zalduendo Named to Los Angeles Business Journal 2024 “Leaders of Influence: Thriving in their 40s”List

ZFZ Law is proud to announce that our Partner Jeanine Zalduendo has been named to the Los Angeles Business Journal‘s 2024 “Leaders of Influence: Thriving in Their 40s” list, a selection of Los Angeles’ leading professionals in their 40s.

Those selected for inclusion were drawn from nominations submitted to the journal reviewed by the editorial department and chosen based on a demonstration of impact made on the profession and on the Los Angeles community.

Jeanine Zalduendo’s diverse practice focuses on high-stakes, complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts across the country,  litigating cases through trial and appeal. She has nearly two decades of experience litigating cases at all stages, including taking and defending depositions, leading factual investigations, managing large teams during all stages of discovery, preparing dispositive motions, and going to trial.  Jeanine also has extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution processes, including arbitration and mediation. She is fluent in Spanish and an active member of the National Association for Minority- and Women-Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF).

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August 15, 2024
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The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 Recognizes Rachel Fiset

ZFZ Law is pleased to announce that Rachel Fiset has been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

  • Rachel L. Fiset – Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence.

“For more than 40 years, the rigorous methodology of Best Lawyers has ensured the integrity and esteem of our legal recognitions,” said Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer. “It is with great pleasure that we continue to provide potential clients with the pinnacle measurement of credibility through our Best Lawyers awards as they search for counsel.” Best Lawyers has earned the respect of the profession, the media and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. Its first international list was published in 2006 and since then has grown to provide lists in more than 75 countries.

Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in America® list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers based on professional expertise and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing.

About Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected lawyer ranking service in the world. For 40 years, Best Lawyers has assisted those in need of legal services to identify the lawyers best qualified to represent them in distant jurisdictions or unfamiliar specialties. Best Lawyers awards are published in leading local, regional and national publications across the globe. Lawyers who are nominated for consideration are voted on by currently recognized Best Lawyers working in the same practice area and located in the same geographic region. Our awards and recognitions are based purely on the feedback we receive from these top lawyers. Those who receive high peer reviews undergo a thorough verification process to make sure they are currently still in private practice. Only then can these top lawyers be recognized by Best Lawyers.

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