Claims of Discrimination and Harassment at Queens District Attorney’s Office
A top executive at the Queens District Attorney’s Office, Assistant Chief Daniel O’Brien, is facing serious allegations of discrimination and harassment in a new civil rights lawsuit. The lawsuit, filed by former colleague Jason Robles, accuses O’Brien of making derogatory comments about Robles’ Latino heritage and mocking his stutter. This lawsuit follows a previous case of racial and gender discrimination filed against O’Brien by another plaintiff.
Allegations of Taunting and Insults
The lawsuit claims that O’Brien relentlessly taunted Robles by mimicking his speech patterns, making fun of his heritage, and mocking his appearance. O’Brien allegedly made derogatory remarks about Robles to other colleagues, including comments about his clothes and comparisons to a fictional cartel hitman. Despite Robles’ complaints, O’Brien dismissed the insults as jokes and showed no remorse for his behavior.
Failure to Address Workplace Discrimination
Despite Robles filing complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Office, the Queens District Attorney’s Office failed to take appropriate action against O’Brien. This lack of response to substantiated claims of racial and disability discrimination highlights a concerning trend of tolerance for harassment in the workplace. Robles’ attorney criticized the office leadership for their inaction and emphasized the importance of holding individuals accountable for discriminatory behavior.
In conclusion, the allegations against Assistant Chief Daniel O’Brien paint a disturbing picture of discrimination and harassment within the Queens District Attorney’s Office. These claims must be taken seriously, and proper measures must be implemented to ensure a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees.
