Boeing Might Have to Rehire Blind Man to Build Planes After Lawsuit
Summary
John Ott, a blind man, has sued Boeing, claiming the company did not provide the accommodations he needed after offering him a job. He accuses Boeing of wrongful termination, disability discrimination, and retaliation, and is seeking damages and possibly to return to work at Boeing.Key Facts
- John Ott is a 63-year-old blind man who sued Boeing.
- He was offered a job as a machinist, which was later changed to a composite fabricator role.
- Ott has a genetic disease called retinitis pigmentosa that caused his blindness.
- He had worked as a machinist producing parts for Boeing at a nonprofit for people with disabilities since 2014.
- Boeing raised safety concerns and changed the start date to January 19, 2024.
- Ott experienced a lack of accommodations and unwelcoming attitudes during orientation.
- He alleges discrimination and retaliation and is seeking damages and possible job reinstatement.
- Boeing said it made good faith efforts to accommodate Ott without facing hardship.
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