Southeast ADA Center
2007
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In March 2003, Mr. Aguirre was a witness in a trial against the City. He testified as to the City’s policy towards officers with disabilities and alleged discriminatory conduct of supervisors in his department. Mr. Aguirre’s direct supervisor, Lieutenant Landa, was present for his testimony. The same day, Lt. Landa attended a meeting with his superiors to discuss Mr. Aguirre’s trial testimony and internal complaints about selection of officers assigned to off-duty jobs. Lt. Landa was directed to change the office policy regarding off-duty job assignments.
https://adasoutheast.org/court/aguirre-v-city-of-miami/
Keywords: constructive discharge, discrimination, retaliation