Injured Temp Worker Can't Sue Employer's Client for Discrimination

A Texas appellate court ruled that a temporary employee, who alleges she was discharged by her staffing agency at a client company's request after she suffered a work-related injury, could not maintain a workers’ compensation discrimination claim against the client. Case: Schneider Electric USA Inc. v. Ramirez, No. 08-21-00145-CV, 08/11/2022, published. Facts: Schneider Electric USA Inc. operates a manufacturing facility in El Paso. It contracted with Aerotek Inc. to supply it with temporary contract personnel. Aerotek hired Maria Ramirez in November 2017 and assigned her to work ...