Brandon R. Ingram, a former employee of a commercial food service company, has filed a lawsuit alleging sexual discrimination in the workplace. The complaint was lodged by Ingram on December 5, 2024, in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois against Taylor Commercial Food Service, LLC., doing business as Taylor Company.
The lawsuit claims that Ingram faced sex discrimination during his tenure at Taylor Company from June 2011 until his termination on June 12, 2023. According to the complaint, Ingram was subjected to a hostile work environment and excessive discipline based on his gender. He alleges that despite meeting the company's legitimate expectations, he was treated unfairly compared to female employees. The plaintiff argues that this treatment violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and its amendments under the Civil Rights Act of 1991. "Taylor intentionally subjected Ingram to unequal and discriminatory treatment," states the complaint, highlighting that a female employee received more favorable terms and conditions of employment than Ingram.
Ingram's allegations are supported by procedural steps taken prior to filing this lawsuit. He had previously filed a discrimination charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which provided him with notice of his right to pursue legal action against Taylor Company. This procedural adherence strengthens his case as it demonstrates compliance with necessary legal protocols before escalating the matter to court.
The complaint outlines various forms of relief sought by Ingram. He requests injunctive relief, including reinstatement to his former position and cessation of any illegal acts committed against him by Taylor Company. Additionally, he seeks compensatory damages for lost earnings and emotional distress caused by what he describes as "unlawful and intentional discriminatory actions." Furthermore, Ingram is pursuing punitive damages due to what he perceives as malicious conduct by Taylor Company with reckless disregard for his protected rights under federal law.
Representing Brandon R. Ingram is attorney Michael T. Smith from Michael T. Smith & Associates based in Schaumburg, Illinois. The case is being presided over in the Northern District of Illinois under Case ID: 3:24-cv-50494.