A legal battle has emerged over allegations of workplace retaliation, with two former employees accusing their employer of unlawful termination following complaints about unsafe working conditions. On December 10, 2024, Roddrique Robinson and Jamarcus Waller filed a complaint in the Circuit Court of the Sixth Judicial District in Pinellas County, Florida, against OSKB Home Services, LLC. The plaintiffs claim they were unjustly fired after raising concerns about a dangerous work environment.
The lawsuit details how Robinson and Waller were employed by OSKB Home Services as laborers from August 13, 2022, until June 13, 2023. Their roles involved loading trucks, driving to various destinations, and unloading goods. On June 7, 2023, both plaintiffs reported mechanical issues with a truck they were instructed to drive. According to the complaint, these issues nearly caused the vehicle to roll over due to low tire pressure—a problem confirmed by the company's maintenance technician. Despite their prompt reporting of this hazardous situation, Robinson and Waller allege that they were removed from the work schedule without pay and subsequently terminated on June 13, 2023.
The plaintiffs argue that their dismissal was retaliatory and violated the Florida Whistleblower’s Act. They assert that their complaints constituted protected activity under state law and that OSKB Home Services had no legitimate reason for their termination. "Defendant terminated Plaintiffs’ employment because Plaintiffs engaged in a protected activity," states the complaint. The plaintiffs further contend that they were employees in good standing prior to voicing their safety concerns.
Robinson and Waller are seeking damages exceeding $165,163 for financial losses and emotional distress caused by what they describe as "extreme prejudice" in their termination process. They are also requesting attorney's fees, court costs, interest as provided for under Fla. Stat. § 448.104, and any other relief deemed appropriate by the court.
Representing Robinson and Waller is attorney Kyle J. Lee from Lee Law PLLC based in Brandon, Florida. The case is presided over by Judge Ken Burke under Case Number: 24-005390-CI.