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The Minnesota Supreme Court affirmed dismissal of plaintiff's whistleblower and wrongful discharge claims, holding that the sexual-assault-counselor privilege applies only to disclosures in court or before persons with authority to receive evidence, and plaintiff failed to allege facts showing a disclosure to supervisors would have violated the privilege.
Court Ruling Summary: Wredberg v. Canvas Health, Inc.
What Happened
Laurissa Wredberg worked at Canvas Health, Inc. and claimed she was fired in retaliation for reporting sexual assault concerns to her supervisors. She sued for wrongful termination and whistleblower retaliation.
The Court's Decision
Minnesota's highest court ruled against Wredberg, dismissing her case. The court found that certain confidentiality protections for sexual assault counseling apply only to information shared in court or with official authorities—not to internal complaints made to company supervisors. Because Wredberg couldn't show that reporting to her supervisors would have violated these confidentiality rules, her whistleblower claim failed.
Why This Matters
This ruling limits whistleblower protections in situations involving sexual assault disclosures. Workers who report concerns internally to their employers may have fewer legal protections than they expect. If you plan to report serious workplace concerns, understanding which disclosures are legally protected is important. This case suggests consulting an attorney before reporting, especially on sensitive matters, to understand your rights and protections.
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