Despite Robinson’s willingness to undergo regular testing and wear face coverings as alternatives, Meta rejected his accommodation request in November 2021. The company also set a return-to-office deadline for December 31, 2021, under threat of termination.
Meta Settles Fired Workers COVID Vaccine Religious Bias Suit : A String of Setbacks
Robinson found himself in a precarious situation as Meta allegedly denied his accommodation requests and pushed him towards termination. Although granted a temporary reprieve through Meta’s office deferral program, Robinson’s hopes were dashed when Meta revoked its approval, leaving him with limited options.
Despite eventually being allowed to return to work in March 2022, Robinson faced the ultimatum of vaccination by July 5, 2022, or termination. Remaining steadfast in his religious convictions, he refused vaccination, leading to his dismissal from the company.
Legal Representation
Robinson is represented by a formidable legal team comprising Lexis Anderson and Robert Barnes of Barnes Law LLP, Pete Serrano of the Silent Majority Foundation, and Karen Louise Osborne of KOsborne Law LLC.
