A California judge has dismissed Tesla's motion to dismiss a racial discrimination lawsuit filed by the California Civil Rights Department (CRD). The Alameda County Superior Court's order allows the case to go to trial, currently scheduled for July 20. CRD Director Kevin Kish stated that the lawsuit alleges systemic discrimination at Tesla's Fremont factory, including claims of lower pay for Black workers and exposure to racist slurs. The lawsuit seeks financial damages and injunctive relief, with some claims dating back to June 2018. The judge did grant Tesla's request to block claims under the statute of limitations for incidents prior to June 18, 2018.
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California court allows racial discrimination lawsuit against Tesla to proceed
A California judge has ruled against Tesla's attempt to dismiss a racial discrimination lawsuit, allowing the case to proceed to trial on July 20. The lawsuit, filed by the California Civil Rights Department, alleges systemic discrimination at Tesla's Fremont factory, including lower pay for Black workers and exposure to racist slurs.
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