New York Jets deny retaliation lawsuit allegations
A former New York Jets employee, Elaine Chen, filed a lawsuit alleging she was fired in retaliation for participating in an investigation into sexual‑misconduct accusations against team president Hymie Elhai. The Jets issued a formal statement calling the claims 'categorically false,' saying a third‑party probe found the accusations were fabricated, and announced they will file defamation and libel claims against Chen, her husband Larry Fitzpatrick and others. The organization alleges the suit omits evidence, asserts Mr. Fitzpatrick deleted over 4,000 text messages and was fired after the probe, and frames the email at the center of the complaint as part of an unlawful conspiracy.
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📌 Key Facts
- Plaintiff: Elaine Chen filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful termination and retaliation tied to an investigation of alleged sexual misconduct by Jets president Hymie Elhai.
- Team response: The New York Jets called the allegations 'categorically false' and said they will file legal claims including defamation and libel against Chen, her husband Larry Fitzpatrick and other parties.
- Alleged evidence: The Jets claim the email central to the complaint was fabricated, that Fitzpatrick deleted over 4,000 text messages, and that Fitzpatrick’s employment was terminated after the internal investigation.