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Posted on
Monday, February 25, 2013
Originally written for Miller Cohen, posted 14 Feb., 2013
Tags: whistle-blower report, wrongful termination lawsuit, University of Detroit Mercy, punitive and defamatory damages, inappropriate sexual relationship
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The former assistant coach of the University of Detroit Mercy basketball squad who alleged the school of wrongful dismissal last year is back. Coach Carlos Briggs, who used to play professionally as an import player here in the Philippines, has filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against the catholic school and two others claiming that he was fired after he blew the whistle on an inappropriate relationship between two former colleagues in the athletic department.
Briggs, in a lawsuit filed in Wayne County Court, accuses UDM of firing him in retaliation after he filed a whistle-blower report about the school’s former athletic director and another former assistant coach. He also filed lawsuits against the former athletic director and the school’s media consultant for defamation. Last year, Briggs vaguely implied that he had been wrongfully dismissed to cover up the misconducts of others.
In the suit, Briggs is claiming that two former colleagues in the athletic department engaged in an inappropriate sexual relationship that affected players and created some rift within the organization. Both are married and were fired back in August after the university received the report. Briggs was fired not too long afterwards.
According to sources, players also noticed the relationship with some even reporting it to the head coach who apparently did nothing to address the matter. The relationship caused a stir in the locker room with concerned players and coaches being disfavored by the female athletic director.
Briggs claims that he filed an anonymous complaint about the relationship but his identity was revealed. A local media consultant hired by the school tarnished his reputation by releasing media statements aimed to undermine his personal integrity.
In Detroit, such a lawsuit can result in the school paying for punitive and defamatory damages. Briggs is asking the court for an amount greater than the $25,000 minimum awarded if proven. The former coach fears that his reputation has been damaged because of the schools policy.
Wrongful discharge and defamation because you did the right thing is unfair, unjustly and against the principles that made America such a strong and proud nation.
Briggs, in a lawsuit filed in Wayne County Court, accuses UDM of firing him in retaliation after he filed a whistle-blower report about the school’s former athletic director and another former assistant coach. He also filed lawsuits against the former athletic director and the school’s media consultant for defamation. Last year, Briggs vaguely implied that he had been wrongfully dismissed to cover up the misconducts of others.
In the suit, Briggs is claiming that two former colleagues in the athletic department engaged in an inappropriate sexual relationship that affected players and created some rift within the organization. Both are married and were fired back in August after the university received the report. Briggs was fired not too long afterwards.
According to sources, players also noticed the relationship with some even reporting it to the head coach who apparently did nothing to address the matter. The relationship caused a stir in the locker room with concerned players and coaches being disfavored by the female athletic director.
Briggs claims that he filed an anonymous complaint about the relationship but his identity was revealed. A local media consultant hired by the school tarnished his reputation by releasing media statements aimed to undermine his personal integrity.
In Detroit, such a lawsuit can result in the school paying for punitive and defamatory damages. Briggs is asking the court for an amount greater than the $25,000 minimum awarded if proven. The former coach fears that his reputation has been damaged because of the schools policy.
Wrongful discharge and defamation because you did the right thing is unfair, unjustly and against the principles that made America such a strong and proud nation.
About The Author
Victor Dela Casa is
a Filipino-Canadian who spent over a decade working as a business
professional in Canada. Worked in IT, finance, marketing, international
trade, public service, project management and the maritime industry.
Degree in Economics from the University of the Philippines and Honours
Diploma from Eastern College. Currently based in the Philippines and
working as a professional writer for a multi-national business processes
firm.
Originally written for Miller Cohen, posted 14 Feb., 2013
Tags: whistle-blower report, wrongful termination lawsuit, University of Detroit Mercy, punitive and defamatory damages, inappropriate sexual relationship
Posted on
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
A safer workplace makes for happier and more productive employees. With so many on-the-job injuries occurring on a daily basis, workplace safety remains a key concern in the country’s labor industry.
A recent report released by the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health or National COSH pair personal stories to government data. The report highlights the need for more reforms on worker health and safety.
Released just days before the Workers’ Memorial Day weekend, the report reflects on recent accidents from 2011 and reminds employers to follow proven safety practices and complying with standards imposed by OSHA. Unfortunately, many companies complain about these regulations, choosing profits before employee safety.
The report also pushes for reforms designed to better protect temps, immigrants and energy-sector workers who work in hazardous workplaces. It emphasizes the need for adequate training and better safety protocols. It also puts emphasis on workplace violence, inadequate fines for violations, and whistle blower protection.
The numbers are baffling. According to supporting figures, nearly 13 workers are killed on the job every day. This is a clear warning sign to legislators to come up with tougher laws that would encourage employers to take workers’ safety more seriously and allow workers to make it home safely after their shift.
As many of these accidents are preventable, it is hoped that the eye-opening report makes an impact among federal and state lawmakers in the hopes of exposing any shortcomings in the system.
While lawmakers put more time in debate and less in actually legislating reforms that support worker safety, victims are often encouraged to speak to an Occupational Safety and Health Administration official for assistance.
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A recent report released by the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health or National COSH pair personal stories to government data. The report highlights the need for more reforms on worker health and safety.
Released just days before the Workers’ Memorial Day weekend, the report reflects on recent accidents from 2011 and reminds employers to follow proven safety practices and complying with standards imposed by OSHA. Unfortunately, many companies complain about these regulations, choosing profits before employee safety.
The report also pushes for reforms designed to better protect temps, immigrants and energy-sector workers who work in hazardous workplaces. It emphasizes the need for adequate training and better safety protocols. It also puts emphasis on workplace violence, inadequate fines for violations, and whistle blower protection.
The numbers are baffling. According to supporting figures, nearly 13 workers are killed on the job every day. This is a clear warning sign to legislators to come up with tougher laws that would encourage employers to take workers’ safety more seriously and allow workers to make it home safely after their shift.
As many of these accidents are preventable, it is hoped that the eye-opening report makes an impact among federal and state lawmakers in the hopes of exposing any shortcomings in the system.
While lawmakers put more time in debate and less in actually legislating reforms that support worker safety, victims are often encouraged to speak to an Occupational Safety and Health Administration official for assistance.
About The Author
Victor Dela Casa
is a Filipino-Canadian who spent over a decade working as a business
professional in Canada. Worked in IT, finance, marketing, international
trade, public service, project management and the maritime industry.
Earned degree in Economics from the University of the Philippines and
Business Administration Honours from Eastern College. Currently based in
the Philippines and working as a professional writer for a
multi-national business processes firm.
