A former assistant athletic trainer for the Sacramento Kings has filed a civil lawsuit against the organization and its senior director of athlete health, alleging pregnancy discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation and wrongful termination.
The lawsuit names both the Kings and the senior staff member in the team’s athlete health department. The claims center on the former employee’s treatment during her time with the organization and the circumstances surrounding the end of her employment.
Legal matter involving team staff
The filing adds a legal issue for the Kings outside of basketball operations, involving allegations tied to workplace conduct and employment practices. The case concerns a former member of the team’s athletic training staff, a department responsible for player health, rehabilitation and day-to-day medical support.
No additional details from the complaint were included in the initial report. The allegations remain part of a civil legal proceeding.