Michigan Woman Fired for Caring for Dying Daughter: Lawsuit Looms
Terri Estepp is suing Huntington Bank after allegedly being fired shortly after returning from FMLA leave used to care for her terminally ill daughter. Estepp, a consistently high-performing manager, claims the termination was retaliatory, despite fulfilling all FMLA requirements. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, alleges a violation of federal law protecting employees’ FMLA rights. Huntington Bank denies wrongdoing, stating their compliance with employment laws and appropriate actions in the matter. Legal experts note that while not explicitly forbidden, terminating an employee immediately upon their return from FMLA is generally considered poor practice and requires strong justification.
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