Former cameraman Emilio Garcia has recently filed a lawsuit against hip-hop star Megan Thee Stallion, accusing her of harassment and creating a hostile work environment. Garcia alleges that he was placed in a uncomfortable situation when he was trapped in a moving vehicle with the singer while she engaged in sexual activity with another woman in a foreign country.
According to Garcia, he was warned not to speak about what he witnessed and was subsequently fat-shamed, berated, and treated differently by Megan. The former cameraman started working for the rapper in 2018 and eventually quit his job in 2019 to work for her full time until June 2023. However, he claims that after the incident, he faced insults regarding his weight and changes in his compensation structure.
Megan Thee Stallion’s attorney has denied these accusations and plans to address the matter in court. The lawsuit outlines allegations of employment and wage violations, including misclassification as an independent contractor. Garcia is seeking more than six figures in unpaid wages, overtime wages, and other employee benefits, as well as statutory penalties and punitive damages.
Garcia also asserts that the toxic work environment caused him to suffer financial loss, emotional distress, and physical injuries. This lawsuit sheds light on the importance of workplace equality and respect, and how alleged mistreatment can have lasting effects on an individual’s well-being. Jala News will continue to follow this developing story as it progresses through the legal system.
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