Judge Rules on Hamby Lawsuit: WNBA Claims Dismissed, But Aces Matter Moves Forward

LAS VEGAS — A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by former WNBA player Kelsey Hamby, which accused the league of mistreatment, but allowed her to continue pursuing her claims against the Las Vegas Aces. Hamby, who played for the Aces, alleged in her lawsuit that the WNBA failed to create a safe and supportive working environment. The judge’s ruling on Wednesday means that while Hamby cannot move forward with her claims against the league as a whole, she retains the right to seek damages from the Aces organization specifically. The legal battle began … Read more

WNBA Star Dearica Hamby Files Lawsuit Against League, Alleges Pregnancy Discrimination and Retaliation

Los Angeles, CA – Sparks forward Dearica Hamby is taking legal action against the WNBA and her former team, the Aces, over allegations that she faced discriminatory treatment due to her pregnancy. The lawsuit, filed in Nevada, arrives after more than a year since her initial complaint sparked a league investigation, resulting in fines and disciplinary actions against the Aces. Hamby, who recently represented the U.S. in the 3×3 basketball event at the Paris Olympics and secured a bronze medal, claims she has faced “repeated acts of retaliation, intimidation, and discrimination” since her pregnancy became … Read more

WNBA Star Dearica Hamby Sues League and Former Team, Claiming Discrimination During Pregnancy

Las Vegas, Nevada — WNBA star Dearica Hamby has taken legal action against her former team, the Las Vegas Aces, and the WNBA itself, alleging discriminatory practices related to her pregnancy. The forward filed the lawsuit after what she describes as a series of detrimental actions taken against her because she was pregnant during the 2022-2023 season. Hamby claims that she was not only disparaged with comments regarding her pregnancy but was also unjustly traded to the Los Angeles Sparks shortly thereafter. According to Hamby’s statement, she informed the Aces of her pregnancy in early … Read more

WNBA Star Dearica Hamby Sues League and Las Vegas Aces, Claims Discrimination and Retaliation in the Workplace

Las Vegas, NV – Dearica Hamby, a prominent WNBA player, has initiated a federal lawsuit against her former team, the Las Vegas Aces, and the league itself, alleging discrimination and retaliation that she claims ended her tenure with the team. Hamby, who revealed earlier this year that she was pregnant with her second child, contends that her pregnancy was a significant factor in the team’s decision to trade her to the Los Angeles Sparks. According to the lawsuit, Hamby experienced “egregious and unlawful” workplace discrimination which intensified after she announced her pregnancy to the management. … Read more