Toyota warehouse worker sues Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. alleging two decades of racial discrimination, sexual harassment and retaliation
Key points
- The plaintiff, a female warehouse worker at Toyota's Aurora, Illinois parts distribution center, joined in 2004
- The suit alleges race and sex discrimination, sexual harassment, hostile work environment and retaliation under Title VII and Section 1981
- The plaintiff says she was the only Black woman in her department; the claims have not been adjudicated
A warehouse worker sued Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. on November 4, 2026, in the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. She alleges race and sex discrimination, sexual harassment, hostile work environment and retaliation under Title VII and Section 1981 over two decades at its Aurora, Illinois parts center. She says she joined the company in 2004 and was the only Black woman in her department. The claims are unproven.
What employers should do
- Check that investigation and handling records for race- and sex-related complaints are complete
- Confirm that follow-up treatment of complainants does not amount to retaliation
Policy details
- Jurisdiction
- US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
- Status
- Court ruling
- Effective date
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- Employers covered
- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
- Official source
- Official source pending
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