Legal Opinion
Chadwick v. Northwest Airlines, Inc.
Court of Appeals of Washington
Decided November 30, 1982No. 4770-9-IIIPublishedCited by 12 opinions
1Opinion of the CourtGreen, J.
The primary issue presented is whether, as a matter of law, Laurence M. Chadwick is foreclosed from bringing this action for discrimination against Northwest Airlines, Inc., (NWA) by reason of a preceding settlement between the parties. We hold that he is and affirm.
Mr. Chadwick's complaint alleges he was employed by NWA from 1960 to 1979. He was granted extended sick leave beginning February 1978. In September of that year, his request to return to work was denied. He alleged the denial was based upon NWA's perception he had a physical handicap. The complaint further states he was allowed to…
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