There have been several class-action lawsuits filed against the NBA in recent years, alleging various violations of labor laws and employment practices. These lawsuits paint a picture of a league that has systematically mistreated its employees, particularly in terms of wage and hour violations, discrimination, and retaliation.
Here are a few examples of notable NBA class-action lawsuits:
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Kellermeyer Bergensons Services Lawsuit (2023): This lawsuit alleges that Kellermeyer Bergensons Services, a janitorial company contracted by the NBA, engaged in widespread wage and hour violations, including paying janitors less than the minimum wage, failing to pay overtime wages, and misclassifying janitors as independent contractors.
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Larry and Lenny’s Cookie Lawsuit (2018): This lawsuit alleges that Larry and Lenny’s, a popular protein cookie brand endorsed by the NBA, misrepresented the protein content of its cookies. The plaintiffs claim that the cookies contain significantly less protein than advertised.
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League City Police Lawsuit (2022): This lawsuit alleges that a couple in League City, Texas, were wrongly arrested and jailed in connection with a minor fender bender in a parking lot where an NBA game was being held. The plaintiffs claim that the officers used excessive force and made false statements to justify their arrest.
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Caliber Collision Lawsuit (Ongoing): This lawsuit alleges that Caliber Collision, a body shop chain with over 400 locations across the United States, engaged in a variety of deceptive and unfair business practices, including billing for services and parts that were not provided, using high-pressure sales tactics to coerce consumers into purchasing unnecessary repairs, and failing to disclose important information to consumers about their vehicles’ repairs.
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Mattress By Appointment (MBA) Lawsuit (2023): This lawsuit alleges that Mattress By Appointment, a mattress retailer with a network of independent dealers, engaged in deceptive business practices, including failing to disclose that its mattresses are primarily liquidation mattresses, which are overstocked or discontinued models from other manufacturers, misrepresenting the quality and durability of its mattresses, and using high-pressure sales tactics to coerce consumers into purchasing mattresses.
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Vibe Mattress Lawsuit (2022): This lawsuit alleges that Vibe Mattress, an online mattress retailer, sold mattresses that release fiberglass fibers that can cause respiratory and skin irritation. The plaintiffs claim that Vibe Mattress was aware of the potential hazards of its mattresses but failed to warn consumers.
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Medical Properties Trust Lawsuit (2023): This lawsuit alleges that Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPW), a real estate investment trust (REIT) that specializes in acquiring and leasing healthcare facilities, engaged in securities fraud by misrepresenting its financial condition and prospects. The lawsuit alleges that MPW misled investors about the company’s recapitalization transaction with Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc. (Prospect), a healthcare provider that was one of MPW’s largest tenants.
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Morgan Adams Lawsuit (2023): This is a pending lawsuit filed in 2023 by Morgan Adams, an individual, against the City of Chicago, alleging that the city had violated her civil rights by falsely arresting her and using excessive force against her. The lawsuit is still ongoing and has not yet been resolved.
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Spearmint Rhino Las Vegas Lawsuit (2023): This lawsuit alleges that a group of former dancers at the Spearmint Rhino Las Vegas strip club were subjected to wage theft and unpaid overtime. The plaintiffs also allege that the club created a hostile work environment for dancers, including subjecting them to verbal abuse, sexual harassment, and retaliation.
These are just a few examples of the numerous class-action lawsuits that have been filed against the NBA and its associated entities. These lawsuits highlight the importance of holding corporations accountable for their actions and ensuring that employees are treated fairly and with respect.
