Despite suggestions from Green that accommodations could be made, such as placing Myrant in a role that did not require memorizing prices, the dispensary’s owners instructed Green to “cut her loose.” Myrant was terminated on January 13, 2020. Although her termination form cited “insubordination” as the reason for her firing, the EEOC argues that this was a pretext for disability discrimination, pointing to more severe infractions by other employees who were not fired.
Nature Herb Disability Suit : EEOC’s Legal Action
The EEOC is accusing Nature’s Herbs of multiple violations, including failure to accommodate Myrant’s disabilities, disparate treatment, and retaliation for protected activity. The lawsuit seeks back pay for Myrant, damages, and an injunction to prevent further discriminatory practices at the dispensary.
A spokesperson for the EEOC declined to comment on the ongoing case, and representatives for Nature’s Herb & Wellness have not yet responded to requests for comment.
Nature Herb Disability Suit : Conclusion
The Nature Herb Disability Suit highlights the challenges disabled employees face when seeking reasonable accommodations in the workplace. The EEOC’s lawsuit emphasizes the importance of protecting employees from discrimination based on disabilities, particularly when companies fail to consider accommodations that could allow individuals to perform their jobs effectively.
