Davis v. Bosch Tool
Ralph Kenneth Davis sued the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation ("Bosch"), the Robert Bosch Corporation ("the Parent"), and Bosch executive Gary Tharp for misrepresentation and deceit, breach of an implied contract not to discharge except for good cause, age discrimination in violation of FEHA, wrongful termination based on age in violation of public policy, invasion of privacy, defamation, and Labor Code violations.
The case went to trial on causes of action for breach of implied contract not to fire without good cause, wrongful termination based on age, defamation, and for unpaid wages. Davis prevailed on the causes of action for breach of contract and for unpaid wages. Defendants prevailed on the causes of action for age discrimination and defamation.
Bosch and the Parent appealed, challenging the sufficiency of the evidence for the jury verdict and the inclusion of the Parent in the judgment. Davis cross-appealed, raising issues concerning damages and costs. Court reverse the judgment as to the Parent, and in all other respects affirm.
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