Further complicating matters, Boeing, in its own brief on Friday, urged the court to consider precedents from jurisdictions like New York, where emotional distress damages have been as modest as $10,000. Boeing contends that Bernal’s evidence is insufficient for a heftier sum, emphasizing the non-medical nature of his distress.
Despite the demotion, Boeing highlighted that Bernal retained his salary and continued to receive annual raises throughout the period of alleged retaliation.
The Legal Teams Behind the Scenes
Bernal’s quest for justice is championed by Margaret M. Boyle and Ann Thoeny of Boyle Martin Thoeny PLLC, while Boeing’s defense is orchestrated by Laurence A. Shapero and Brenda L. Bannon of Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart PC.
As the legal drama unfolds, representatives for both Bernal and Boeing remain unreachable for comments, leaving the public and the court in suspense over the impending judgment in this high-stakes battle.
