Rokt, an e-commerce technology company, is facing multiple lawsuits alleging various legal violations, including:
Trade Secret Misappropriation:
In January 2023, Dentons filed a trade secret lawsuit in New York Southern District Court on behalf of Rokt against AdsPostX, Inc. and its top officers, Jon Nolz and Surojit Niyogi. The lawsuit alleges that AdsPostX misappropriated Rokt’s trade secrets by hiring former Rokt employees who possessed confidential information about Rokt’s technology and then using that information to develop a competing product.
Discrimination and Hostile Work Environment:
In August 2023, Georgina Milne, a former executive assistant at Rokt, filed a lawsuit in New York Supreme Court alleging discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination. Milne’s lawsuit claims that she was subjected to a hostile work environment characterized by rampant illegal drug use, sexually aggressive comments towards female employees, and retaliation for complaining about discrimination.
Breach of Contract:
In October 2023, a Singapore-based company, 99 Group Pte Ltd, filed a lawsuit in New York Supreme Court alleging breach of contract against Rokt. The lawsuit alleges that Rokt failed to provide the services it was contracted to provide and that its failure caused 99 Group to lose substantial revenue.
Status of the Lawsuits:
All three lawsuits are still ongoing. The parties involved have denied the allegations and have stated that they comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Potential Impact of the Lawsuits:
The lawsuits could have a significant impact on Rokt, including:
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Financial penalties: If Rokt is found to have engaged in trade secret misappropriation, discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, or breach of contract, it could be forced to pay substantial financial penalties.
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Damage payments to plaintiffs: If Rokt is found to have caused harm to employees or business partners, it could be forced to pay damage payments to the plaintiffs.
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Changes to business practices: Rokt may be forced to change its business practices to comply with the law and avoid future lawsuits.
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Damage to reputation: The lawsuits could damage Rokt’s reputation, which could make it difficult to attract and retain employees, business partners, and investors.
Recommendations for Employees and Business Partners:
If you are an employee or business partner of Rokt, you should be aware of the allegations that have been made against the company. You should also take the following steps to protect your rights:
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Employees: If you experience discrimination, harassment, or wrongful termination, report it to the company immediately. You can also file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
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Business partners: If you believe that Rokt has breached a contract with you, you should immediately contact an attorney to discuss your legal options.
Disclaimer:
This information is not intended to be legal advice. You should always consult with an attorney to discuss your specific case.
