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The court denied plaintiffs' motions for summary judgment and denied in part defendants' motions for summary judgment. Plaintiff Debbie Miller's ADA accommodation request was denied by the union, and plaintiff Javier Cabrera's grievance and termination were initially upheld, though he was later reinstated by NLRB order with back pay.
Cabrera v. Service Employees International Union - Plain English Summary
What Happened
Two workers filed a lawsuit against their union (Service Employees International Union/Local 1107) claiming they faced discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination. Debbie Miller requested workplace accommodations due to a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Javier Cabrera was fired and had his grievance rejected by the union.
What the Court Decided
The court did not fully rule in either side's favor. The judge rejected both the workers' and the union's requests for immediate judgment, meaning the case required further proceedings. However, Cabrera won reinstatement through a separate labor board decision, which ordered the union to rehire him and pay back wages he lost.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows that workers have multiple protections when facing disability discrimination or unfair termination—they can pursue court cases and also file complaints with labor agencies like the National Labor Relations Board. Even when unions reject grievances, workers may still have legal remedies available. The partial victory for Cabrera demonstrates that persistence through different legal channels can produce results.
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