Steve McHarris, the former City Manager of Milpitas, is pursuing monetary sanctions against the city, based primarily on ex-Mayor Richard Tran's non-compliance with a court order for his deposition, crucial for McHarris's wrongful termination lawsuit.
According to McHarris's attorney, Stephen Jaffe, Tran not only failed to attend the deposition but also misled the court regarding his availability, claiming he was traveling internationally despite evidence suggesting otherwise, such as his social media activity from local locations.
Jaffe's motion alleges that Tran's actions reflect 'obvious dishonesty,' suggesting a serious breach of ethics. The requested penalties include a fine of $18,500 to hold the city accountable for Tran's behavior during the legal proceedings.
As the lawsuit unfolds, McHarris's claims bring to light issues of ethical conduct within the local government, highlighting potential misconduct from elected officials, and the repercussions could be significant if the court rules in favor of the plaintiff.
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