“Public reports indicate that some of the laid-off workers have not received any severance,” McMillian stated, highlighting the urgency of the claims.
As the motion to dismiss awaits a verdict from U.S. District Judge Trina L. Thompson, Judge Illman’s “preliminary peek” at the merits suggests that a pause in discovery is justified until a decision is reached.
Musk $500M Severance Fight : Representation and Responses
The legal teams are gearing up for a potentially protracted battle. The workers are represented by a robust team from Sanford Heisler Sharp LLP, including notable attorneys like Kate Mueting and Charles Field. On the other side, X’s defense is spearheaded by Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP, with Mark A. Feller and Melissa D. Hill leading the charge.
As the legal community and public alike watch closely, representatives from both sides have yet to comment on the latest developments.
