Texas Division-Tranter, Inc. v. Carrozza

The question presented in this case is whether an employer is entitled to summary judgment in a retaliatory discharge action brought under the Workers’ Compensation Law when a legitimate, non-discriminatory reason for the discharge is established and the employee fails to produce any evidence of retaliatory motive. The trial court granted summary judgment, and the court of appeals reversed. 876 S.W.2d 173. We reverse the court of appeals.

Mark Carrozza, an employee of Texas Division-Tranter, Inc., was injured on the job and received compensation benefits and medical leave. After he recovered,…