Reported 4 months ago
Former NFL Network reporter Jim Trotter's lawsuit against the NFL for wrongful termination survived the league's motion to dismiss due to the absence of an arbitration clause in his contract. The presiding judge ruled that the motion to dismiss Trotter's retaliation claim was denied, while his hostile work environment claim and claims under New York State and City law were granted. Trotter's attorney expressed that without arbitration agreements, they aim to hold the NFL accountable for its conduct in a public forum. The NFL is expected to file a motion for summary judgment after key figures like Commissioner Roger Goodell are questioned under oath, and after Trotter has a chance to prove his claim that his contract wasn't renewed due to his advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion issues at the NFL Network.
Source: YAHOO