Month: September 2024

Former Disney Cast Member Suing After Being Forced to Work With Allergen & Fired Over Lupus Medical Leave

A former Disney Cast Member is suing the company for wrongfully firing her after she complained that her lupus condition and cinnamon allergy were not accommodated at work.

Former Disney Cast Member Suing for Wrongful Termination

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Serena Pina-Walker, 23, filed the lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court, alleging wrongful termination, whistleblower retaliation, harassment, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. She’s seeking unspecified compensation and punitive damages. Her work location was not clarified, but with the filing in Los Angeles, it is likely she worked at Disneyland Resort.

Disney hired Pina-Walker in October 2022. She later disclosed her cinnamon allergy and then that she had a form of lupus.

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In February 2023, Pina-Walker was assigned to a kitchen serving cinnamon pretzels. The suit states that a manager thought she was exaggerating about her allergy and told her to either work at the location or go home without pay.

Pina-Walker wore a mask when working around the cinnamon but developed a breathing problem and hives. A Disney nurse examined her and recommended she go home. The manager then allegedly asked the plaintiff, “Do you really need to go home?”

The suit states that another boss told co-workers he didn’t believe that Pina-Walker actually had lupus.

Pina-Walker complained to human resources about the mistreatment. Shortly after, she was written up for taking medical absences. She was also allegedly retaliated against for being required to work in a cold environment, which can trigger lupus symptoms.

Although supervisors knew her absences were medical leaves related to her lupus, Pina-Walker was suspended after returning from one medical leave and fired in June 2023.

The suit states Pina-Walker has suffered lost wages and emotional distress.

A Disney representative did not immediately reply to MyNewsLA‘s request for comment.

Disney is also facing an allergy-related lawsuit in Florida over a guest suffering a fatal allergic reaction after dining at Raglan Road in Disney Springs.

Source: MyNewsLA

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Pixar Toy Story Zoetrope To Be Showcased During Academy Museum’s Complimentary Admission Day Later This Month

The Academy Museum in Los Angeles is inviting guests to another free day celebrating the museum’s anniversary, and putting a special Pixar artifact on prominent display for the occasion. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Academy Museum (@academymuseum) What’s Happening: The Academy Museum in Los Angeles, California, is celebrating their third anniversary […]

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Movie Review: Nat Geo’s “Blink” is a Heartwarming Family Journey Before the Light Fades

Wishing on stars is a big part of the Disney mystique. The twinkling celestial bodies that illuminate the night sky inspire us to dream bigger than the limits of our world. So imagine, as a parent, learning that your children lack the ability to see these magical beacons, and more than that, someday they will […]

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Photos: Scaffolding Begins to Rise Around Tokyo Disneyland’s Former Space Mountain Attraction

On July 31st, Tokyo’s original Space Mountain ignited its engines one last time in preparation of the resort’s new take on the classic attraction. Back in 2022, Tokyo Disney Resort made one of Disney Parks’ most shocking announcements. Starting in 2024, the resort would be completely demolishing their original Space Mountain roller coaster in favor of […]

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Book Review – Younglings Embark On a Dangerous Rescue Mission in “Star Wars: The High Republic – Beware the Nameless”

About a month ago, Disney Books and Lucasfilm Publishing released the new novel Star Wars: The High Republic – Beware the Nameless, which is the second middle-grade entry in the multi-platform initiative’s third phase. Below are my thoughts on this release, after finally having found the chance to read it. The Nameless are a bit […]

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Tracking Tropical Storm Helene – Theme Park Area Impacts

With the approach of Tropical Storm Helene, anticipated to strengthen into a major hurricane in the coming hours, we are closely monitoring the weather and park operations in the Central Florida region, including Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando. 9/24/2024 7:20 PM ET: Tropical Storm Helene is currently forecasted to strengthen to a major Hurricane (currently […]

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Book Review: “Percy Jackson and the Wrath of the Triple Goddess” is a Delightful Adventure in Housesitting for a God

Rick Riordan continues his return to Percy Jackson’s world with another stand out, first rate narrative about growing up and moving on with Percy Jackson and the Wrath of the Triple Goddess. Percy is desperately trying to finish high school in New York, and when he has an opportunity to earn his second godly letter of […]

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Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets Are Sold Out for 2024

The final available night for the 2024 run of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (and therefore the event as a whole) has sold out.

No tickets remain available for any event night. In the past on rare occasions, a limited number of same-day tickets were available at the Magic Kingdom. There is no guarantee of this offer.

If you managed to snag a ticket before it sold out, check out our Full Guide to this year’s event to plan ahead.

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