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The court denied plaintiff's motion to reinstate state-law disability discrimination claims, finding that diversity jurisdiction was not properly alleged and that supplemental jurisdiction over state-law claims under Michigan's Persons With Disabilities Civil Rights Act should be declined. Federal ADA claims against Durham School Services and National Express remain pending.
Hamilton v. Durham School Services, LP
What Happened
An employee named Hamilton filed a lawsuit against Durham School Services, claiming discrimination and retaliation based on disability. Hamilton also argued that the company failed to make reasonable workplace accommodations as required by law.
What the Court Decided
The court dismissed the parts of the case involving Michigan state disability laws. The judge found that the court didn't have proper authority to hear those specific state-law claims. However, the federal disability discrimination claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) against Durham School Services are still moving forward in court.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows that disability discrimination lawsuits can be complicated, with different laws applying at federal and state levels. While Hamilton's state-law claims were dismissed on technical grounds, the federal ADA claims continue. For workers facing disability discrimination, this highlights the importance of understanding which laws protect you and ensuring claims are properly filed. The case isn't over—the federal claims remain active and could still result in a decision on the actual discrimination allegations.
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