A former employee has taken legal action against a major national bank, alleging a series of discriminatory practices and wrongful termination. On February 26, 2025, Carmen De Acros-Gonzalez filed a complaint in the Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, against Wells Fargo Bank, National Association. The lawsuit accuses the bank of multiple violations under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other California labor laws.
Carmen De Acros-Gonzalez's complaint outlines numerous grievances against Wells Fargo Bank. She claims that during her employment, she was subjected to discrimination based on disability and medical condition. The complaint details instances where the bank allegedly failed to provide reasonable accommodations or engage in a good faith interactive process as required by law. Additionally, De Acros-Gonzalez asserts that she faced retaliation for exercising her rights under various labor codes and the California Family Rights Act. "Defendants’ actions constitute discrimination in violation of the Fair Employment and Housing Act," states the complaint. The plaintiff also alleges harassment and failure to prevent such behavior within the workplace environment.
The legal filing seeks several forms of relief from the court. De Acros-Gonzalez is asking for compensatory damages for lost earnings and benefits due to what she describes as wrongful conduct by Wells Fargo Bank. She is also pursuing punitive damages on grounds that the defendant acted with malice and conscious disregard for her rights. Furthermore, she demands payment for earned wages, statutory obligations, penalties, attorney fees, and costs incurred during litigation. "Plaintiff prays for judgment against Defendants...for such other and further relief as the court deems just and proper," reads her plea.
Representing Carmen De Acros-Gonzalez is Michael Freiman from the Law Office of Michael Freiman based in Santa Monica, California. The case has been assigned Case No.: 2025 CLVW7 039251 at Ventura Superior Court.