A lawsuit was filed against Reddit alleging that the company fired an employee with anxiety for taking medical leave. The employee, Jamie Lee, had worked at Reddit as an accountant for over 4 years with positive reviews. In July 2022, Lee requested 3 days off for her health but was denied. She was later placed on medical leave after fainting, but was fired upon returning and accused of poor performance. However, the lawsuit claims others made similar mistakes. It also alleges Reddit’s new leadership under the CFO has created a “toxic, political, and not inclusive” culture, which two other employees also left over. This highlights challenges employees faced with the changing culture at Reddit.

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    1 year ago

    Can someone who still uses that shithole of a site tell me if this article has any traction over there, the only way to fix this is more people leaving.

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      Lol I’m sure they’re talking all about it but it’s not gonna make anyone leave. People’s convenience and enjoyment will always trump any sort of morality.

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        I said I’d leave and followed through.
        Between Spez and their killing of Apollo, I decided to part ways.
        It is also really nice here @ Beehaw (thus far) to see that interactions are of a much higher caliber.
        I don’t comment a ton, but I have yet to have any negative experiences.
        Maybe the “human vetted” application process helps?