Christina McMillon v. The Good Guys!, Inc.
Published: Feb. 28, 1998 | Result Date: Sep. 2, 1997 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: BC158105 Bench Decision – $0
Judge
Court
L.A. Superior Central
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Patrick C. Mullin
(Jackson Lewis LLP)
D. Gregory Valenza
(Shaw Valenza)
Experts
Defendant
Rhoma D. Young
(technical)
Facts
Plaintiff Christina McMillon was a 33-year-old salesperson for defendant Good Guys! Inc., an electronic retailer, where she had been employed for approximately 2+ years. Plaintiff claimed that between February and May 1996, her former supervisor sexually harassed her. Plaintiff complained to the human resources department and an investigation into the allegations ensued. Although plaintiff's allegations could not be corroborated, plaintiff's supervisor was terminated for other reasons discovered during the investigation. Plaintiff brought this action against defendant, alleging sexual harassment.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff made a C.C.P. º998 settlement demand for $99,500, increased to $250,000 at trial. The defendant made a C.C.P. º998 offer of compromise for $7,500.
Specials in Evidence
none $____________ $____________ $____________
Injuries
The plaintiff claimed to suffer emotional distress injuries.
Other Information
The decision was reached approximately one year after the case was filed. The court granted defendant's motion for nonsuit at the close of evidence.
Poll
____ (# PLS.)
Length
nine days (Bench Trial)
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