A federal jury in Alexandria on Friday found that Linda Rabbitt, a construction executive who has been outspoken about promoting women’s careers in the construction industry as chief executive of Alexandria-based Rand Construction, retaliated against her former executive assistant for taking medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act, attorneys for both parties said. Frye had alleged retaliation under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). The jury found in favor of Fry concerning the FMLA case, awarding her $50,555, but ruled in favor of Rand on the ADA. Anthony Pierce, an attorney representing Rand, said in a statement Saturday Friday’s verdict was a victory for Rand. The complaint also alleges that Susan Boyle, who was Rabbitt’s executive assistant before Fry, was similarly forced to resign while on medical leave after suffering a spinal injury.

Source: Washington Post April 29, 2018 16:18 UTC