Nike Facing $850K Lawsuit Over Alleged Racial Discrimination

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The lawsuit is coming from a former employee.

Nike has come under fire as of late due to a recent lawsuit from a former employee by the name of Amer Inam. Inam, who is an India native, was the former senior director in data analytics at the company and is suing for racial discrimination. The former employee alleges that Nike treated him well when he first got to the company in 2016 but things quickly turned sour as he was passed up for a promotion in favor of a less qualified white colleague, according to the Portland Business JournalHe also said that he made $75,000 less than another white colleague who had similar qualifications in terms of experience and education. 

Inam is suing for upwards of $850K, $516K would be coming from compensation while the other $350K is for legal fees. The plaintiff alleges that people of color were treated as if they were "second-class citizens" and that he experiences bouts of depression, anxiety, and PTSD in relation to his treatment.

Nike Facing $850K Lawsuit Over Alleged Racial Discrimination
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Here hasn't commented directly on the lawsuit, although they did say they are committed to racial diversity.

“We can’t comment on the recently filed complaint, but Nike is committed to creating a culture of empowerment and respect where everyone can succeed and contribute to our success," Nike explained in a statement to Sole Collector.

Stay tuned for further updates on this story.


About The Author
Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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