Patsy Harper v. Construction Concern Inc.
Published: Apr. 12, 2008 | Result Date: Apr. 4, 2007 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: BC347720 Verdict – Defense
Court
L.A. Superior Central
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Jay S. Rothman
(Jay S. Rothman & Associates)
Defendant
Facts
Patsy Harper, plaintiff, was an employee of Construction Concern Inc., defendant, in an administrative role. Defendant terminated plaintiff. Thereafter, plaintiff sued defendant for terminating her.
Contentions
PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
The plaintiff claimed that she was fired in retaliation for the following: making sexual harassment complaints; showing no interest in Richard Herron, defendant; and for seeing a doctor during work for a non-work-related injury. She alleged wrongful termination, sexual harassment, intentional and negligent infliction of emotional distress, negligent hiring or supervision, and retaliation.
DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
The defendants claimed that plaintiff, an at-will employee, was terminated due to insubordination and performance issues.
Injuries
The plaintiff claimed emotional distress.
Result
The defense was awarded costs in the amount of $3,539.
Other Information
FILING DATE: Feb. 21, 2006.
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