$500,000
Employment Law
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Case Details
Jury awarded $450,000 in economic damages and $50,000 for distress to a former public defender in a gender discrimination suit against the City of Plainfield. The client was not renewed after 15 years, and a male attorney was appointed to her position. The city also retaliated against her for legitimate requests for time off under the New Jersey Family Leave Act and disability benefits.
Additional Notes
Attorneys Gregory Noble and Robert A. Ballard III represented the client. Jury found the city liable under Law Against Discrimination and common-law claims.