James Adams, a 66-year-old African-American male, has filed a lawsuit against Walmart Stores, Inc. in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. The case, filed on November 13, 2025, alleges violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and age discrimination under the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. Adams claims that Walmart engaged in discriminatory practices by demoting him before transitioning to a new position, concealing salary increases, and ultimately terminating his employment after he announced his need for medical leave due to hip surgery. The complaint seeks damages exceeding $75,000 and requests injunctive relief to prevent further discriminatory practices.
Source: 225cv13626_James_Adams_v_Walmart_Complaint_Eastern_District_of_Michigan.pdf
