In-N-Out ex-employee files $3M lawsuit alleging discrimination over hair

(KTLA) – A former In-N-Out employee has filed a $3 million lawsuit against the chain, alleging that he received discriminatory treatment and was eventually fired due to his hairstyle.

Elijah Obeng, a Black man, filed his lawsuit in Compton Superior Court and said he suffered from severe emotional distress, reputational harm and loss of employment.

He is accusing In-N-Out of wrongful termination, discrimination based on race, failure to prevent harassment, harassment based on race, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and failure to prevent harassment, discrimination or retaliation.

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