A transgender employee, identified as Mason Burrell and also known as Alia Burrell, has filed a lawsuit against Belleville Boot Company alleging discrimination and harassment based on gender identity. Burrell, who was born female and identifies as male, worked as a Quality Inspector from February to August 2023.
Burrell claims co-workers persistently misgendered and asked invasive questions about Burrell's gender.
Despite reporting the harassment to a supervisor, Burrell claims no action was taken.
Ellen Bruntrager
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The complaint states that the hostile work environment led to severe stress and anxiety for Burrell, resulting in constructive discharge in August 2023.
The lawsuit seeks compensatory and punitive damages under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act.
Burrell is represented by attorney Ellen Bruntrager, of Blitz, Bardgett & Deutsch, of St. Louis.