Jury Verdict For Employee In Title VII Retaliation Case Was Supported By Sufficient Evidence
Heaton sued the employer, asserting a Title VII retaliation claim. He prevailed after a jury trial. The 8th Circuit affirmed, concluding that the trial court didn't err in denying the employer's motion for judgment as a matter of law. More specifically, the court concluded that 1) the jury's verdict on Heaton's retaliation claim was supported by sufficient evidence of causation; 2) the jury's award of punitive damages was supported by sufficient evidence; and 3) the jury's award of emotional distress damages was supported by sufficient evidence.
Heaton v. Weitz
The 8th Circuit Court of Appeals’ jurisdiction includes North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri and Arkansas.
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