Anthony Stevens v. Walmart Inc.
Opinion
Trial Court Opinion
I. Background
Anthony Stevens alleges that he was working in a Walmart store for 20 years. Dkt. 10. Plaintiff, at the age of 15, was diagnosed with disability ataxia and relies on a wheel chair for mobility. Id. On April 23, 2024, Plaintiff asked a customer to show him their receipt and was then pushed. Id. In an effort to avoid injury, Plaintiff grabbed cutomer’s cart to steady himself. Id. Plaintiff was subsequently dragged outside of the store. Id. Three days later, Defendant terminated Plaintiff’s employment citing a “AP 09” policy. Id. This policy entails procedure on how to handle suspected shoplifters, including prohibitation of engaging with suspects outside of the store. Id. Plaintiff alleges causes of action for: (1) Disability Discrimination in Violation of the FEHA; (2) Failure to Accommodate in Violation of the FEHA; (3) Failure to Engage in the Interactive Process in Violation of the FEHA; (4) Failure to Prevent in Violation of the FEHA; and (5) Wrongful Termination in Violation of Public Policy. Id.