Twitter Inc is embroiled in yet another legal dispute as a lawsuit accuses the social media company of failing to fulfill its commitment to pay millions of dollars in promised bonuses to its workers. The legal action adds to a series of court cases that have emerged since Elon Musk acquired Twitter, raising concerns about the company’s practices and treatment of employees.
The class action lawsuit was filed by Mark Schobinger, who previously served as Twitter’s senior director of compensation and recently left the company. Schobinger’s lawsuit, filed in San Francisco federal court, alleges that Twitter, both before and after Musk’s acquisition, made assurances to employees that they would receive 50% of their target bonuses for the year 2022. However, these promised payments never materialized, leading to allegations of breach of contract against Twitter.
The response from Twitter, also known as X Corp, to the lawsuit was rather unconventional. When approached for comment, the company opted to respond with a poop emoji, refraining from providing any further clarification or explanation.
The lawsuit filed by Schobinger is just one of several legal battles Twitter is currently facing. Shannon Liss-Riordan, the attorney representing Schobinger, is also involved in representing former Twitter employees in other lawsuits and approximately 2,000 individual arbitration cases stemming from mass layoffs initiated by Musk last year.
The additional legal cases against Twitter revolve around allegations of failure to pay promised severance packages and claims of discriminatory practices. The company has been accused of targeting female employees and workers with disabilities for layoffs, among other concerning allegations. Twitter, however, has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
It is not only employees and former employees who have taken legal action against Twitter. Landlords, vendors, and consultants have also filed lawsuits against the company, alleging unpaid bills. Some of these financial disputes were inherited by Elon Musk when he acquired Twitter, further complicating the legal landscape for the social media giant.
In yet another legal challenge, Twitter is being sued in Delaware by three former executives, including ex-CEO Parag Agrawal, who claim that the company reneged on its obligations to reimburse them for over $1 million in legal fees incurred while responding to requests from government regulators.
The mounting legal battles present significant challenges for Twitter and its new owner, Elon Musk. As the company navigates through these complex legal issues, it will need to address the allegations and concerns raised by current and former employees, vendors, and consultants. The outcomes of these lawsuits will not only impact Twitter’s financial standing but also its reputation as a responsible and fair employer.
It remains to be seen how Twitter will address and resolve these legal challenges and regain the trust of its workforce and stakeholders. As the legal proceedings continue, all eyes are on the company to uphold its commitments and rectify any alleged breaches of contract or misconduct, ensuring a fair and equitable working environment for its employees.
