Brake Law

It has been reported that a second nanny has filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against actor Rob Lowe and his wife, Sheryl, adding a new twist in a case that has already caused a stir in the entertainment industry.

Former nannies Laura Boyce and Jessica Gibson have each sued the Lowes, and Boyce claims that she was subjected to "sexually offensive and hostile conduct" on the part of Sheryl Lowe. In addition, she claims that Sheryl Lowe made racially charged statements about Boyce's boyfriend's genitals, and that she worked 15-hour days without being appropriately paid for overtime.

For their part, the Lowes have filed lawsuits against both Boyce and Gibson claiming that the former nannies attempted to extort money from them. Claimants on each side of the case maintain that they are the actual victims of wrongdoing, and the chances for a quick resolution seem distant.

Ultimately, the current case furthers the discussion about wrongful termination. Here, a former employee claims that her employers created an intolerable work environment. Legally, creating an environment in which a reasonable person would not work can give rise to a claim of wrongful termination based upon constructive discharge, even in states with at-will employment. The case may also further discussion concerning seeking payment for hours worked, but not paid for by an employer.

If you believe you have been constructively discharged or wrongfully terminated from a job in the Denver area, or your employer has not paid you for all hours worked, please contact the employment attorney at Brake Law Firm to determine your rights and possible course of action.