Mosely V. Miami-Dade County

Case Background

On November 30, 2022, Ryan Mosely filed an employment discrimination lawsuit against Miami-Dade County alleging violations of civil rights and the Florida Civil Rights Act (FCRA). The case was filed in the United States District Court, Florida Southern (Miami). The case was assigned to Judge Kathleen M. Williams and referred to Magistrate Judge Lisette M. Reid. [Case number: 1:22cv23907]

Cause

Plaintiff Ryan Mosely, an African-American male, worked for Defendant Miami-Dade County starting in December 2012. During his employment, he faced ongoing discrimination and harassment related to his race. In March 2018, Assistant Director Miguel Garcia frequently made derogatory comments, including racial slurs. On March 22, 2018, Plaintiff reported these remarks to his Director, Cindy Jones, and Human Resources representative Bobby Felvaris. Although Jones promised to address Garcia's behavior, she cautioned the Plaintiff that Garcia was still on probation. Despite this, Garcia's inappropriate comments persisted. In response, the Plaintiff filed a Charge of Discrimination with Miami-Dade County. Following this complaint, he experienced adverse employment actions. In May 2018, Defendant changed his work hours unexpectedly, viol