Stanley A. Jacobs v. Snohomish County Public Utility District No. 1
Published: Jul. 13, 1996 | Result Date: May 19, 1996 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: 942020500 – $0
Judge
Court
Snohomish Superior
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Experts
Plaintiff
Else Bolotin
(medical)
Facts
In June 1991, the plaintiff, a 56-year-old lineman, was hired to work at defendant Snohomish County Public Utility District (PUD) on a temporary basis as an electrical lineman. The plaintiff applied for a permanent position as an electrical lineman and was tested for the position in February 1992. The plaintiff's work had always been satisfactory. The plaintiff was not hired for a permanent position. The plaintiff claimed that he was discriminated against on the basis of his age. The plaintiff brought this action against the defendant utility district based on an age discrimination theory of recovery.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff made a settlement demand for $60,000. The defendant's settlement offer, if any, was not discolsed.
Specials in Evidence
none claimed $60,000
Damages
The plaintiff asked the jury for an award of $120,000. The defendant asked the jury for a defense verdict, or an award of $12,000 if it found in favor of the plaintiff.
Injuries
The plaintiff claimed he suffered depression as a result of the defendant's conduct.
Other Information
The court granted the defendant's motion to dismiss the disparate impact age discrimination claim and directed a defense verdict. The plaintiff's disparate treatment claim went to the jury.
Deliberation
not disclosed
Poll
10-2
Length
6 days
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