A Colorado federal magistrate judge has taken a decisive step in the lawsuit involving a former regional sales director of a Fortive subsidiary. Erin Maxwell’s suit alleges that she was fired after exposing possible violations of the company’s anti-kickback rules. In a dramatic turn of events, U.S. Magistrate Judge S. Kato Crews has cut Maxwell’s wrongful termination claim but upheld her state wage law and breach of contract allegations.
Whistleblower’s Battle Unfolds
Erin Maxwell’s legal battle against Advanced Sterilization Products Inc. (ASP), a medical device company specializing in infection prevention services, has captured the attention of the legal community. Maxwell, who joined ASP as a regional sales director in 2012, found herself entangled in a web of corporate misconduct.
Whistleblower’s Suit Against Fortive Unit : Judge’s Ruling
In a Thursday order, Judge Crews partially granted ASP’s motion for judgment on the pleadings. While Maxwell’s breach of contract and wrongful discharge claims faced scrutiny, her Colorado Wage Act claim emerged unscathed.
