Brief Description: In September 2023, Calamigos Ranch, an upscale resort in Malibu, faced a lawsuit filed by a former server. The Plaintiff alleged wrongful termination after raising concerns about sexual harassment, unsafe working conditions, health code violations, and other misconduct during her multi-year tenure. She claimed that management failed to address her complaints and that her hours were reduced after reporting a sexual assault by a VIP guest.
Plaintiff, who worked as a “practitioner” patrolling areas with high incidences of shootings and stabbings, described the job as more hazardous than typical security guard roles. He claimed that employees were often denied rest breaks and that the organization did not adhere to standardized security training and background checks.