Subscribe to Updates

    Get the latest creative news from FooBar about art, design and business.

    What's Hot

    Is Google downsizing again? CEO Sundar Pichai’s statement fuels layoff speculation

    April 14, 2023

    MediaWorks’ head of HR resigns amid string of execs leaving

    April 11, 2023

    How AI Is Disrupting The HR Tech Marketplace

    April 10, 2023
    Facebook Twitter Instagram
    Your HR Tech
    • Human Resources
    Your HR Tech
    Home»Human Resources»Starbucks workers file suit over manager’s false kidnapping claim
    Human Resources

    Starbucks workers file suit over manager’s false kidnapping claim

    yourhrtechBy yourhrtechOctober 19, 2022No Comments2 Mins Read
    Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr WhatsApp VKontakte Email
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    Eight unionized Starbucks employees at a location in Anderson, South Carolina, filed a lawsuit Monday against the company and their store manager for defamation and abuse of process. The manager alleged Aug. 3 that the plaintiff workers kidnapped and assaulted her Aug. 1, according to a complaint obtained by Restaurant Dive. On Aug. 1, workers asked the manager for changes in working conditions at the Starbucks store, according to a widely disseminated video of the incident.

    The lawsuit follows a police investigation that revealed a manager’s allegations of kidnapping and assault by Starbucks workers, which led to the suspension of 11 employees, were fabricated.

    The workers claim the manager’s police report and Starbucks’ statements “were not made for a proper purpose for which the legal process was intended, but instead for the illegitimate collateral purpose of preventing Plaintiffs from publicly protesting Starbucks.”

    SPONSORED by Included Health

    Unlock what’s possible

    We’re here to help employees navigate the healthcare system, advocate for their needs, and provide access to comprehensive, whole-person care.

    Ready to see what’s possible?

    The Anderson Sheriff’s Office investigated a criminal complaint filed by the manager, and told The State, a local news outlet, that none of the manager’s statements were true. Eleven employees were suspended with pay between Aug. 6 and Oct. 1 while the sheriff’s investigation was ongoing, according to The State. Starbucks released a statement Aug. 8 asserting the manager felt unsafe, though the statement did not accuse the workers of kidnapping and assault.

    The unionized employees impacted by the manager’s accusations claim the statements meet a legal definition of defamation. Their suit alleged Starbucks statements insinuated workers had engaged in threatening behavior and criminal conduct, and that the police report filed by the manager was an abuse of the legal process.

    The suit asks for compensatory and punitive damages, and other relief a court may find appropriate. Starbucks did not respond for a request for comment before press time.

    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr WhatsApp Email
    Previous ArticleLenovo Global IT Ramps Up HR Digital Transformation with UiPath Automation Technologies Globally
    Next Article Motivation and Values: Why emotional salary should be linked to your EVP
    yourhrtech
    • Website

    Related Posts

    Is Google downsizing again? CEO Sundar Pichai’s statement fuels layoff speculation

    April 14, 2023

    MediaWorks’ head of HR resigns amid string of execs leaving

    April 11, 2023

    How AI Is Disrupting The HR Tech Marketplace

    April 10, 2023

    Optimizing your HR technology stack for a dynamic world of work

    April 7, 2023

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    Our Picks

    Subscribe to Updates

    Get the latest creative news from SmartMag about art & design.

    About Us
    About Us

    We provide a wide range of customized, integrated B2B and B2C digital marketing services solutions that are ideal for your business.

    We're accepting new partnerships right now.

    Email Us: info@yourmartech.com
    Contact: +1-530-518-1420

    Our Brands
    • Your Martech
    • Your Fin Tech
    • Your Revenue
    • Your Bio Tech
    • Your Info Tech
    • Your POS Tech
    • Your Health Tech
    Subscribe Now
    Loading
    LinkedIn
    • Privacy Policy
    © 2022 Vigarbiz Inc. Designed by Vigarbiz Media

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.