Rockmond Dunbar granted trial for religious discrimination lawsuit against Disney-subsidiary 20th Television
Rockmond Dunbar, an original cast member of 911, has been granted a trial for his religious discrimination lawsuit against Disney-subsidiary 20th Television after being fired for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine due to his religious beliefs. The trial will determine if reasonable accommodations could have been made to allow him to continue working without endangering others.
Key Points
- Rockmond Dunbar alleges he was fired by Disney's 20th Television for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine due to his religious beliefs.
- The trial will assess whether Dunbar's beliefs conflicted with the vaccine mandate and if accommodations could have been offered.
- Disney reportedly investigated exemption applications on a case-by-case basis.
Pros
- Rockmond Dunbar has the opportunity to have his case heard in court regarding religious discrimination.
Cons
- Dunbar faced challenges and backlash for his beliefs and decision to refuse the vaccine.