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Glacier Ice House Fined for Disability Discrimination | Minneapolis News
Timberland Inc., doing business as Glacier Ice House in Brainerd, faces a $115,000 fine after firing an employee on medical leave for cancer — a blatant violation of Minnesota’s disability protections. While other workers without disabilities were promoted into the vacated roles, company leaders allegedly referenced the employee’s illness during the decision. The settlement requires Glacier to overhaul its disability policies and training, with three years of compliance oversight — sending a powerful message: no one should have to choose between their health and their job. Listen in…
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