Dump truck driver claims he was harassed due to a learning disability. Defense verdict. Los Angeles County.

Facts and Background

• Facts and Background:

  Plaintiff was a dump truck driver at National Tractor Service Inc., who claims he was fired after a year of employment due to harassment and discrimination as a result of a learning disability. He also claims he was not paid for certain hours of overtime that he worked. Defendants National Tractor Service Inc. and Samuel Alarcon, disputed all claims and alleged he quit due to finding another job. 

• Plaintiff's Contentions:

  That plaintiff was harassed and discriminated against due to his mental or learning disability and that he was retaliated against and was fired after he complained about harassment and discrimination. Also, that National Tractor Service Inc. failed to prevent the harassment or discrimination. Finally, that he was not paid for overtime hours that he worked. 

• Defendant's Contentions:

  National Tractor Service and Samuel Alarcon claim that plaintiff quit and was not fired. Also, that he was not harassed, discriminated against, or retaliated against. Defendants claim that plaintiff was paid for all of his overtime and that he did not suffer any damages due to any harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.