Henderson v. Taco Bell
Appellant Rosario Henderson (Henderson) filed this action against her former employer for discrimination in violation of the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), wrongful termination in violation of public policy, and denial of meal and rest periods in violation of Labor Code section 226.7. In her complaint, Henderson alleged that Respondents Taco Bell Corporation and Taco Bell of America, Inc. (collectively Taco Bell) terminated her employment on the basis of her race and age and in retaliation for her internal complaint about a potential health and safety violation. The trial court granted Taco Bells motion for summary judgment and entered judgment against Henderson. Henderson now appeals the trial courts grant of summary judgment and its denial of her request to continue the summary judgment hearing. For the reasons set forth below, we hold that summary adjudication is proper on the discrimination and wrongful discharge claims, but reverse the judgment because there is a triable issue of material fact on the Labor Code claim. Court also affirm the trial courts order denying Hendersons request for a continuance.
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