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After a five-day jury trial in May 2022, the jury returned a verdict in favor of defendant SelecTrucks of America, LLC. Plaintiff Middleton recovered no damages. The court subsequently denied defendants' bills of costs due to failure to comply with the mandatory affidavit requirement under 28 U.S.C. § 1924.
Middleton v. SelecTrucks of America, LLC
What Happened
Middleton filed a lawsuit against SelecTrucks of America, LLC claiming the company violated the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which protects workers' rights to take unpaid time off for serious health issues, family medical emergencies, and related situations.
Court's Decision
After a five-day jury trial in May 2022, the jury sided with SelecTrucks. Middleton lost the case and received no money damages. Later, the court also rejected the company's request for reimbursement of its legal costs because SelecTrucks failed to follow proper filing procedures.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows that FMLA claims don't always succeed in court. Workers must have strong evidence that their employer actually violated the law. Simply taking protected leave isn't enough—you need to prove the employer wrongfully denied your rights or punished you for using them. If you believe your employer violated the FMLA, document everything and consider consulting an employment attorney to evaluate your specific situation.
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