When remote work reaches a jury, flexibility is what will hold up in court
Summary
A jury in Brooklyn ordered National Grid to pay $3.1 million to two dispatchers because the company stopped allowing them to work from home despite their medical conditions. The case shows that courts may support employee requests for flexible work arrangements when health issues are involved.Key Facts
- The jury was in Brooklyn, New York.
- National Grid is the company involved in the case.
- Two dispatchers worked for National Grid and had medical conditions.
- National Grid ended their ability to work remotely (telework).
- The jury ruled that denying telework was wrong and awarded $3.1 million to the dispatchers.
- The case highlights the importance of workplace flexibility for employees with health needs.
- This verdict may influence future court decisions on remote work cases.
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