Attorneys Clash as Threats Fly
After hearing about the meetings, plaintiffs’ counsel contacted JetBlue’s attorneys. According to the motion, during an Oct. 28 call, defense counsel confirmed the rollout of release agreements. When plaintiffs’ counsel mentioned a possible injunction, JetBlue’s lawyer allegedly threatened sanctions and remarked that the class would likely fail certification due to numerosity—revealing, plaintiffs say, the true aim: shrinking the class before certification.
“JetBlue’s motive is unmistakable,” the motion reads. “Not to ‘do good,’ but to coerce class members into settlements to prevent certification.”
What the Workers Want the Court to Do
The plaintiffs ask the court to:
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Void any agreements already signed—while allowing workers to keep the payments
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Require JetBlue to issue corrective notice explaining workers’ rights
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Restrict JetBlue’s further communication with employees about the lawsuit
The plaintiffs’ attorney declined to comment Friday. JetBlue representatives did not immediately respond.
Jackson and fellow plaintiffs are represented by Devin Abney of Ayazi Abney APC.
JetBlue is represented by Melissa Mordy, Margaret Burnham and Scott Prange of Davis Wright Tremaine LLP.
