Legal Opinion
Franklin v. Order of United Commercial Travelers
District Court, D. Massachusetts
Decided July 25, 1984No. Civ. A. 82-0480-KPublishedCited by 2 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
Opinion
KEETON, District Judge.
Plaintiffs have moved for partial summary judgment. The facts relevant to this motion are undisputed. Plaintiff Shirley Franklin, a black woman, is employed on the police force of the City of Lynn. Members of the force who so desire may apply to join the local lodge of the Order of United Commercial Travellers (“UCT”), a fraternal benefit society providing insurance to its members. Persons wishing membership in the society and coverage under its insurance plan must apply through a local council. See UCT Constitution and By-Laws, Art. XI, § 2, Exh. 5. The…
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