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Employment Law
Race Discrimination
Disability Discrimination

Jubari Jumaane v. City of Los Angeles

Published: Nov. 24, 2007 | Result Date: Jun. 19, 2007 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: BC294248 Verdict –  Defense

Court

L.A. Superior Central


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Lania Glaude

Mawuli Bakari
(Omar Bakari Law Offices)


Defendant

Michael L. Claessens

Angel Manzano Jr.

Vivienne A. Swanigan

Jorge M. Otano-Guilbe
(Office of the City Attorney)

Rockard J. Delgadillo

Zna P. Houston


Facts

Jubari Jumaane was employed by the city of Los Angeles as a fire inspector. He injured his back in 1988, and again in 1990. He later filed suit against the city.

Contentions

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
The plaintiff claimed that he was subjected to an ongoing and continuous pattern and practice of discrimination, harassment and retaliation based on his race and physical disability.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
The defendant denied the allegations.

Settlement Discussions

The defendant offered $3,000.

Damages

The plaintiff claimed $2 million in general damages, and $62,515 in back pay. He also requested punitive damages.

Injuries

The plaintiff claimed emotional distress.

Result

The jury found for the defendant.


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