Summary
A Nevada judge has ruled that the Las Vegas Aces must face some allegations in former player Dearica Hamby’s federal discrimination lawsuit, which pertains to her pregnancy. All claims against the WNBA have been dismissed. Hamby claimed she was unlawfully traded to the Los Angeles Sparks due to her pregnancy and alleges retaliation by the Aces after voicing her concerns publicly. The court allowed Hamby to amend her complaint with a deadline of June 6.
Key Points
- The Aces are the sole remaining defendants in Hamby’s lawsuit after WNBA claims were dismissed.
- Hamby’s lawsuit claims discrimination linked to her pregnancy and social media assertions of mistreatment.
- Judge Andrew Gordon allowed some of Hamby’s claims related to initial mistreatment by the Aces to proceed.
- Hamby can amend her complaint by June 6 to better support her allegations.
- The court previously dismissed claims that lacked a significant connection to retaliation.
Why should I read this?
If you’re into sports, especially women’s basketball, this story’s a big deal! It sheds light on how pregnancy and discrimination are front and centre in professional sports conversations today. Knowing the details will keep you in the loop about the Aces’ ongoing saga and help you understand the broader implications for the WNBA and player rights.