Parsons, who had held retail jobs in the past, even asked for an opportunity to prove herself. But Trader Joe's allegedly denied her the opportunity, telling Parsons they didn't think she would work out. When EEOC's attempts at mediation and conciliation were unsuccessful, the federal agency filed suit in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia in Alexandria, Virginia. The lawsuit seeks back pay as well as compensatory and punitive damages for Parsons. EEOC also asks for an injunction prohibiting Trader Joe's from disability-based discrimination against employees in the future, and requiring ADA training for company employees.
Parsons is employed as an executive secretary for a local developer.
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