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Article

4 Jan 2012

Author:
Cynthia Hsu, FindLaw.com

Starbucks Sued by Woman with Prosthetic Leg [USA]

Starbucks has been sued by California woman Janet Marx over her prosthetic leg. She claims she was discriminated against because of her disability. Marx's prosthetic became loose, so she went into a Stockton-area Starbucks to use the restroom. She wanted to tighten a screw on her leg. On her way to the restroom, a Starbucks employee chased her down. Marx was informed that she needed to buy something in the store before she could use the restroom. The employee also told her he couldn't be nice to Marx unless she bought something, according to the complaint. Marx had to hold her leg so it wouldn't drop. She ended up purchasing two beverages. She was then permitted to use the restroom. She alleges disability discrimination, and seeks damages and attorney's fees. Specifically, Marx claims that she was treated differently because of her disability.