A lawsuit has been filed against an Atlantic City casino, alleging that employees are being exposed to harmful secondhand smoke while on the job. The lawsuit, which names multiple employees as plaintiffs, claims that the casino has failed to provide a safe and healthy work environment by allowing smoking to take place on the premises.
According to the lawsuit, employees have reported experiencing a range of health issues as a result of the exposure to secondhand smoke, including respiratory problems, headaches, and nausea. The plaintiffs also allege that the casino has not taken adequate measures to protect employees from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke, such as providing designated smoking areas or implementing ventilation systems.
In a statement, the plaintiffs’ lawyer emphasized the importance of protecting workers from the dangers of secondhand smoke. “No one should have to choose between their health and their job,” the lawyer said. “Employers have a responsibility to provide a safe and healthy work environment for their employees, and that includes protecting them from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke.”
The lawsuit comes at a time when casino workers across the country are increasingly speaking out about the dangers of secondhand smoke in the workplace. In recent years, multiple lawsuits have been filed against casinos in various states, with plaintiffs seeking compensation for the health issues they have suffered as a result of exposure to secondhand smoke.
In response to the lawsuit, the casino has issued a statement saying that they take the health and safety of their employees seriously and are committed to addressing any concerns raised by their staff. The casino also stated that they comply with all state and federal regulations regarding smoking in the workplace.
The lawsuit is ongoing, and a court date has yet to be set. In the meantime, the plaintiffs are hopeful that their case will bring attention to the issue of secondhand smoke in the workplace and lead to better protections for employees in the future.