Abbott Labs sued for ADA and whistleblower violations

Two former employees of Abbott Laboratories have filed lawsuits against the company, claiming it violated disability and whistleblower protection laws. They allege retaliation and a hostile work environment after reporting defective COVID-19 tests produced at the Scarborough plant. The women, who have disabilities, say Abbott failed to accommodate their needs and denied their requests to work from home. They claim their mental health worsened due to the company's treatment and the work environment. Abbott has denied the allegations, stating it values a welcoming workplace and considers the lawsuits without merit. The company previously faced scrutiny for the quality of its COVID-19 tests during the pandemic.