Rodriguez v. Yellow Cab Cooperative, Inc.

Opinion

KLINE, P. J.

This appeal presents the question whether the National Labor Relations Act bars a wrongful discharge suit against a former employer.

Statement of the Case

Appellant, Raul Rodriguez, filed a complaint against respondent, Yellow Cab Cooperative, Inc., challenging the termination of his employment. Other causes of action having been dismissed, the two at issue were for wrongful discharge in violation of public policy and in violation of California Labor Code sections 1101 and 1102, which prohibit employers from interfering with the political activities of employees. Both causes…