Labor/Employment,
Civil Litigation
Jun. 11, 2025
Military intent not protected class in discrimination case, judge rules
Los Angeles judge dismisses discrimination claims against Illumination Foundation, ruling intent to join Navy isn't protected class, grants 10 days to amend complaint.
An intent to join the military does not constitute a protected class for discrimination claims, a Los Angeles judge ruled, sustaining demurrers to claims of employment discrimination against a housing nonprofit.
"Plaintiff alleged he intended to enroll in the Navy and was in the process of enrolling - not that he was a member of the military," Judge Upinder S. Kalra wrote in a tentative ruling Monday. "The court is unaware of authority expanding 'member or veter...
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