Jury Awards $200K to Nurse in Retaliation Lawsuit
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Case Background
The lawsuit was filed in 2021 by Plaintiff Keila García Colón against the Defendant, the Corporation of the State Insurance Fund (CSIF). Ms. García was recruited by the CSIF in 2004 as a General Nurse, she alleged that she experienced sexual harassment, sex discrimination, and retaliation during her employment, with the central successful claim being retaliation for engaging in protected conduct.
Cause
The central purpose of the action was to secure redress for alleged wrongful conduct. She claimed the Defendant engaged in sexual harassment and retaliation against her. These acts occurred while she was in the course of her employment relationship. Ms. García's complaint specifically identified retaliation as a key claim. The jury's verdict ultimately confirmed this allegation. The jury found that Ms. García was subjected to retaliation. This liability was established because she had participated in "protected conduct”. The retaliation was deemed sufficient to constitute a compensable hostile work environment.
Injury
The Plaintiff suffered sexual harassment, discrimination and retaliation against her while in the course of their employment relationship which led to emotional or mental harm
Damages
The Plaintiff
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