Lindloff v. Schenectady International
Plaintiff filed an action under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) after being discharged from his position at Defendant's Lake Jackson, Texas facility. Plaintiff suffered from leukoderma, a skin condition caused by exposure to phenolic compounds in his workplace. Despite initial accommodations, Dr. Peltier eventually recommended Plaintiff completely avoid phenolic compound exposure, leading to his termination. The Court granted Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment, ruling that Plaintiff's leukoderma did not constitute a disability under the ADA as it did not substantially limit any major life activities. The Court also found no evidence that Defendant regarded Plaintiff as disabled, ultimately dismissing all claims with prejudice.