Laudert v. Richland County Sheriff's Department

¶1 Michael Laudert appeals from the Decision and Order of the First Judicial District Court, Lewis and Clark County, affirming the decision of the Montana Human Rights Commission and denying Laudert’s request for attorney fees. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand for proceedings consistent with this opinion.

¶2 This appeal raises the following issues:

¶3 1. Whether the District Court erred in applying the McDonnell Douglas test?

¶4 2. Whether the District Court erred in affirming the hearing examiner’s denial of Laudert’s request for compensatory damages?

¶5 3. Whether the District…