"The court has concluded that a reasonable jury could find that Walmart was aware that Spaeth needed an accommodation because of her disability," Judge William Griesbach wrote in the Monday court filing."The jury was well situated to answer that factual question, and this court will not disturb that conclusion."
Spaeth's firing permanently shook up their lives and took away her sister's sense of purpose, Stevenson said. Spaeth has also struggled with depression, and despite the historic jury award,"still hasn't seen a penny," Stevenson added. Walmart contested the jury's verdict and asked the judge to toss the damages. Among its arguments, Walmart said the federal agency did not prove the retailer knew Spaeth's scheduling challenges were related to her Down syndrome.
Walmart could appeal the case. Walmart spokesman Randy Hargrove said the company is"reviewing the opinion and considering our options."
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