Accommodation

Venetian Resort Pays $850K Settlement Over Religious Accommodation Violations, Implements Policy Changes

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Las Vegas, Nev. — The Venetian Resort has agreed to pay $850,000 in a settlement stemming from a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) that alleged violations of federal laws concerning religious accommodations for employees. The EEOC’s lawsuit charged that the resort failed to honor the religious beliefs of some staff members, leading to retaliatory actions against them. These actions reportedly included disciplinary measures, denial of promotions, and even termination of employment for affected individuals. As part of the settlement, the Venetian will also implement changes to its policies over the … Read more

Florida Nurse Practitioner Settles Religious Accommodation Lawsuit with CVS, Ending Year-Long Battle Over Contraceptive Prescriptions

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Tequesta, Florida — A Florida nurse practitioner, Gunna Kristofersdottir, who sought exemption from prescribing contraceptive drugs due to her religious beliefs, has reached a settlement with her employer, CVS Health Corporation and its MinuteClinic subsidiary, concluding more than a year of legal contention. The terms of the settlement have not been disclosed. Senior Counsel at First Liberty, Stephanie Taub, representing Kristofersdottir, expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the case, stating that it brings resolution to the nurse’s grievances. Kristofersdottir has been employed at the CVS MinuteClinic in Tequesta for several years. The issue began when … Read more

California Jury Awards $11 Million in Discrimination Case to Elderly Employee Denied Seating Accommodation

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San Diego, CA — In a significant legal decision as the year 2024 wrapped up, a San Diego courtroom saw a jury award surpassing $11 million to a former medical screener who cited employment discrimination at a plasma donation center. The large settlement underscores the ongoing concerns regarding workplace accommodations and age discrimination. The case involved a 74-year-old woman who worked at Octapharma Plasma, Inc., where she claimed the company did not provide necessary support for her physical condition. Specifically, she requested a chair to alleviate back pain while performing her job duties, which she … Read more

Wabash National Hit with Landmark Pregnancy Discrimination Suit by EEOC for Denying Employee’s Accommodation Request

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Cadiz, KY — In what is shaping up to be a landmark legal conflict, Wabash National, a prominent manufacturer of semi-trailers and commercial trucking equipment, is currently embroiled in a lawsuit over allegations of pregnancy discrimination. This case, filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) on September 10, marks a significant moment as it tests the recently enacted Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). Haley Knight, a former assembler at Wabash’s Cadiz facility, is at the center of this lawsuit. She claims that her requests for a role adjustment during her pregnancy were denied, ultimately … Read more