"Webber said Chili's did not ask about their sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation during the hiring process, and Webber did not disclose it at that time. According to the filings, the decision to terminate Webber came only after management became aware of their gender identity and expression."
"The complaint alleges that Chili's disciplined and ultimately fired Webber solely because of their sex and gender identity, which would violate Title VII's prohibition on sex-based discrimination as well as Illinois law."
"The lawsuit says the termination caused Webber to lose employment, income, and benefits and led to emotional distress, humiliation, and other damages."
A transgender assistant manager at an Illinois Chili's location claims they were terminated due to their gender identity and use of gender-neutral pronouns. The employee was not asked about their gender identity during hiring and did not disclose it at that time. Management only took action after becoming aware of the employee's gender identity and expression. The lawsuit alleges violations of Title VII's sex-based discrimination protections and Illinois state law. The termination resulted in loss of employment, income, benefits, and caused emotional distress and humiliation. The EEOC issued a notice permitting the case to proceed in court after the required 180-day period elapsed.
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