When lawsuits are filed more publicly people come forward. The case was filed Sept. 16, but an official court date has not been set for the trial. I don't think there is a monetary value attached to this. Many complainants are unsure what has happened to them is racial discrimination. Discrimination tends to be subtle and covert.
Discrimination comes with a smile and a handshake.
There's no way to really know they've been discriminated against. FHC Cooperating Attorney, Erika Jackson of Sommers, Schwartz, P.C. filed suit on behalf of Fonte, alleging violations of the Federal Fair Housing Act. The case is assigned to Judge George Woods. I think that it's unfortunate these types of claims are being made in 1999. I would hope that most rental agencies don't practice discriminatory practices such as what has been alleged by my client.