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Biglaw Associate Files Discrimination Lawsuit Alleging He Was Fired Because He Doesn't 'Endorse The Same Leftist Worldview'

Brown alleges his firing is due to veteran status and pay complaints, with racial dynamics being a facade.
Claims highlight neglect of veterans within a supposedly inclusive workplace culture.
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A Ladies' Night' lawsuit sent a family-owned East Bay restaurant out of business. It's more common than you'd think

Ladies' Night promotions can lead to lawsuits for discrimination, impacting small businesses like Lima Restaurant that struggle with legal costs.

Popular Concord restaurant Lima closing end of December following 'Ladies Night' lawsuit

The Lima restaurant in Concord is closing due to financial strain from a discrimination lawsuit related to its 'Ladies Night' promotion.

A Ladies' Night' lawsuit sent a family-owned East Bay restaurant out of business. It's more common than you'd think

Ladies' Night promotions can lead to lawsuits for discrimination, impacting small businesses like Lima Restaurant that struggle with legal costs.

Popular Concord restaurant Lima closing end of December following 'Ladies Night' lawsuit

The Lima restaurant in Concord is closing due to financial strain from a discrimination lawsuit related to its 'Ladies Night' promotion.
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#settlement

NYC to pay nearly $30M settlement in FDNY class action discrimination suit

FDNY to pay nearly $30 million to settle racial discrimination lawsuit favoring nearly 600 inspectors, marking progress against workplace inequity.

Lesbian firefighter awarded $1.3 million from Kansas City after 21 years of harassment

Kansas City firefighter Rebecca Reynolds receives $1.3 million settlement after decades of harassment by coworkers, marking a historic discrimination payout.

NYC to pay nearly $30M settlement in FDNY class action discrimination suit

FDNY to pay nearly $30 million to settle racial discrimination lawsuit favoring nearly 600 inspectors, marking progress against workplace inequity.

Lesbian firefighter awarded $1.3 million from Kansas City after 21 years of harassment

Kansas City firefighter Rebecca Reynolds receives $1.3 million settlement after decades of harassment by coworkers, marking a historic discrimination payout.
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Rocket Mortgage sues HUD over its inclusion in appraisal lawsuit

Rocket Mortgage is suing HUD, claiming wrongful association with a discrimination lawsuit over appraisal bias involving a Black homeowner.

Disney agrees to pay $43 million to settle gender discrimination lawsuit

Disney will pay $43.3 million to settle a gender pay discrimination lawsuit, agreeing to ensure pay equity for its employees.

Vikes DC Flores 'would love' to be NFL HC again

Brian Flores is determined to pursue head coaching opportunities in the NFL despite past controversies and scrutiny.
#first-amendment

Parent's attempt to force school to fly 'straight Pride' flags fails miserably

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit claiming discrimination over the absence of straight Pride flags in a Denver public school.

The Legal Cases Implicating Donald Trump's Conduct That Won't Go Away [Because of His Election] - emptywheel

Trump's election does not shield him from all legal repercussions, especially personal lawsuits that are not directly tied to his political status.

Parent's attempt to force school to fly 'straight Pride' flags fails miserably

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit claiming discrimination over the absence of straight Pride flags in a Denver public school.

The Legal Cases Implicating Donald Trump's Conduct That Won't Go Away [Because of His Election] - emptywheel

Trump's election does not shield him from all legal repercussions, especially personal lawsuits that are not directly tied to his political status.
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#transgender-rights

Transgender woman sues Hooters for discrimination, says workers denied her a job and harassed her

Brandy Livingston claims Hooters discriminated against her based on gender identity, misgendering her and denying employment due to a perceived company image.

Federal judge refuses to toss anti-transgender athlete lawsuit in Connecticut

A federal judge ruled that a lawsuit by female athletes against transgender participation in sports can proceed, highlighting ongoing legal disputes over gender and athletics.

Transgender woman sues Hooters for discrimination, says workers denied her a job and harassed her

Brandy Livingston claims Hooters discriminated against her based on gender identity, misgendering her and denying employment due to a perceived company image.

Federal judge refuses to toss anti-transgender athlete lawsuit in Connecticut

A federal judge ruled that a lawsuit by female athletes against transgender participation in sports can proceed, highlighting ongoing legal disputes over gender and athletics.
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Former Tufts doctor sues for $6 million after being fired for refusing COVID shot

A former doctor sues Tufts Medical Center for wrongful termination, claiming religious discrimination over refusal to take the COVID-19 vaccine.

San Diego Wave, NWSL Sued For Team's "Abusive And Hostile Work Environment" | Defector

The San Diego Wave faces a lawsuit alleging discrimination and harassment, challenging the club's image as a woman-led, progressive organization.

Debate over transgender athlete participation in sports hits San Jose State

San Jose State University is facing a lawsuit over the inclusion of transgender athletes in women's sports, sparking debate and controversy.

Straight white woman can't sue over BigLaw diversity fellowship because she didn't apply, motion says

A former law student has no standing to sue over a diversity fellowship as she never applied for it, according to King & Spalding's motion.
#venture-capital

Blum & Co. Make It Harder For Black Female Entrepreneurs Because That's How Civil Rights Work Now

Starting a business is challenging for Black women; Fearless Fund's grant aimed to address funding disparities faced by them.

Fearless Fund is shutting down its contested Strivers Grant program | TechCrunch

Fearless Fund ends Strivers Grant program following legal pressures over alleged discrimination against non-Black founders in its funding initiatives.

Blum & Co. Make It Harder For Black Female Entrepreneurs Because That's How Civil Rights Work Now

Starting a business is challenging for Black women; Fearless Fund's grant aimed to address funding disparities faced by them.

Fearless Fund is shutting down its contested Strivers Grant program | TechCrunch

Fearless Fund ends Strivers Grant program following legal pressures over alleged discrimination against non-Black founders in its funding initiatives.
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Former officer proposes settlement that includes changes at APD - Austin Monitor

The City Council approved funding for legal defense against a discrimination lawsuit related to the Austin Police Department.

Trans woman wins case against social app that excluded her for not being cisgender - LGBTQ Nation

A trans woman won a lawsuit against the Giggle app for being banned due to perceived gender nonconformity, receiving compensation for indirect discrimination.

A second judge finds Tesla workers at Fremont factory were racially harassed

Black workers at Tesla's Fremont factory faced years of systemic race harassment, with over 500 declarations highlighting racial abuse.

Recruiter Major Lindsey blackballed associate for suing law firm, showing 'bogus' commitment to diversity, suit alleges

Legal recruiter accused of blackballing associate who sued law firm for discrimination and retaliation.
Allegations of lack of commitment to diversity by Major Lindsey & Africa highlighted in the lawsuit.

Court denies motion to dismiss in disability discrimination case against MTA

NY Supreme Court denied motion to dismiss discrimination lawsuit by Access-A-Ride users seeking fare discounts, ruling NYCHRL not preempted by federal/state laws.
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