MBTA worker whose hair GM Eng pulled gets $495,000 in settlement
The MBTA will pay $495,000 to Gabrielle Mondestin after General Manager Phil Eng pulled her hair at a 2024 event, leading to her resignation.Summary
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has agreed to a $495,000 settlement for MBTA Chief Communication Officer Gabrielle Mondestin, who alleged that General Manager Phil Eng pulled her hair during a work-related event in 2024. The settlement includes supplemental wages, damages, and legal fees. Mondestin will resign from her role on September 18, 2024, to assist in transitioning her duties. In a joint press release, Mondestin expressed gratitude for her time at the MBTA and appreciation for the agency's commitment to fostering a respectful work environment. Eng apologized for his actions, calling them "insensitive" and stating he has learned from the experience. The MBTA also thanked Mondestin for her service and for bringing her concerns forward, acknowledging the challenges employees face in speaking out about workplace issues.
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