Facts

Carol Benz sued The Clorox Co., concerning an employment dispute.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Plaintiff alleged that he began working for defendant in 2002, at the age of 52. Plaintiff contended that she excelled in her job, but defendant nevertheless terminated her and replaced her with a 33-year-old. Plaintiff alleged she was fired because of her age, and asserted claims for age discrimination under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Fair Employment and Housing Act.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Defendant argued she was fired because she was not performing adequately. Defendant contended it had good cause for terminating plaintiff's employment, and moved for summary judgment.

Result

The district court granted summary judgment in favor of Clorox.

Other Information

FILING DATE: March 26, 2013.