Moreover, the judge stated that the companies did not demonstrate any prejudice from not being named in the EEOC charge, further supporting his recommendation to keep them in the lawsuit. He did leave open the possibility for the companies to move for summary judgment later, if evidence shows they were not joint employers with the Globetrotters.
Globetrotters Bias Suit : Moving Forward
Hopkins’ lawsuit alleges harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination, with the case now set to continue against the Globetrotters, HES, and HFE. While the terms of the general manager’s alleged harassment and her non-renewed contract are at the center of the dispute, the court will soon determine whether the parent companies share liability as joint employers.
Hopkins is represented by Martin & Martin LLP, while the Globetrotters, HES, and HFE are represented by Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart PC.
