Hoops and Legal Loops: The Dearica Hamby Case Explained

Carla and Courtney welcome Masood Ali, Associate in Segal McCambridge's Detroit office, to discuss a high-profile employment law case involving WNBA player Dearica Hamby. The suit alleges pregnancy discrimination and retaliation by her former team, the Las Vegas Aces, and the WNBA. After informing her team of her pregnancy, Hamby claims she faced isolation and was subsequently traded to the Los Angeles Sparks.

This episode explores the legal intricacies of the case, including Title VII discrimination and retaliation claims, the role of collective bargaining agreements, and the strategic considerations of an upcoming settlement conference.