Tennessee woman fired for refusing COVID-19 vaccine requirement

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A Tennessee woman fired from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine requirement due to religious beliefs received a settlement of nearly $700,000.

Key Points

  • Tanja Benton refused COVID-19 vaccine due to religious beliefs
  • Federal jury awarded Benton over $687,000 in settlement
  • Benton worked as a bio statistical research scientist

Pros

  • Recognition of sincerely-held religious beliefs
  • Settlement amount for the employee

Cons

  • Loss of job
  • Legal battle