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BAE Systems

EEOC v. BAE Systems (Disability Discrimination)

Date: 09/27/2011 (Date of Complaint)

Misconduct Type: Labor

Enforcement Agency: EEOC

Contracting Party: None

Court Type: Civil

Amount: $55,000

Disposition: Settlement

Synopsis: The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) alleged BAE Systems Tactical Vehicle Systems violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) when it fired Ronald Kratz II because of his weight. The EEOC alleged that Kratz was able to perform the essential functions of his job but was denied a “reasonable accommodation” so he could continue performing his duties. In July 2012, the lawsuit settled with BAE agreeing to pay Kratz $55,000 and provide him with six months of outplacement services.