
SAN DIEGO — A San Diego jury awarded a female former police officer $10 million in damages after she won a harassment and discrimination case against her former employer. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading.
Main Idea: A San Diego jury awarded former police officer Ashley Cummins $10 million after finding her former employer liable for harassment and discrimination.
Key Points:
Taxpayers may face the $10 million payout, and the case suggests public workers can suffer harassment and blocked promotions if workplaces fail to enforce fair rules.
The jury verdict may push police departments and cities to improve workplace conduct and protect workers from discrimination.
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Former police officer and plaintiff at the center of the harassment and discrimination verdict and damages award.
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