Facts

Roger Lianoz sued the Hospice of Humboldt in connection with an employment dispute.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Plaintiff worked for defendant as a registered nurse. Plaintiff alleged that in April 2008, his indirect supervisor requested him to work with a female aide, rather than a male aide because the supervisor was allegedly uncomfortable with two men working alongside each other. Plaintiff alleged that he was ultimately fired in October for questioning the supervisor's decisions. Plaintiff contended that such conduct constituted gender discrimination and retaliation.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Defendant claimed plaintiff was fired because of his poor work performance and denied retaliating against him.

Settlement Discussions

Lianoz demanded $200,000, which the Hospice countered with a Rule 68 offer of settlement for $10,001.

Damages

Lianoz sought $782,902 in lost wages.

Injuries

Lianoz allegedly suffered emotional distress caused by his allegedly wrongful termination.

Result

During trial, Lianoz's gender discrimination was dismissed so the jury decided only his retaliation claim. The jury ultimately rendered a verdict in favor of the hospice.

Other Information

FILING DATE: Aug. 17, 2012.