Following this incident, Dandridge provided written statements to a human resources representative detailing the ongoing harassment and discrimination. However, she was terminated shortly thereafter, in mid-March 2024. The lawsuit contends that Sprouts’ stated reasons for her dismissal were a pretext for retaliation against her for engaging in protected activity under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Sprouts Worker Harassment Lawsuit : Legal Claims and Demands
Dandridge’s lawsuit seeks damages for lost wages and benefits, as well as compensation for mental and emotional suffering. She is also pursuing punitive damages, along with attorney fees and court costs. The lawsuit underscores the seriousness of the allegations, highlighting the potential consequences for employers who fail to address harassment and retaliate against employees who report it.
Sprouts Farmers Market, a Phoenix-based grocery chain specializing in natural and organic foods, operates over 415 stores across 23 states with a workforce of approximately 32,000 employees. Representatives for both Dandridge and Sprouts have not yet commented on the lawsuit.
