Albarracin v. Fidelity National Insurance Company

Case Synopsis

A Los Angeles jury awarded $2.2 million to a former employee of Fidelity National Financial who faced sexual harassment and retaliation by a senior attorney at the company. The plaintiff, a paralegal, reported that the attorney followed her to her hotel room during a company retreat and attempted to kiss her multiple times without consent. After she reported the incident, she was further harassed and ultimately terminated following a minimal investigation by Fidelity management. The jury found in her favor on claims of retaliation, wrongful termination, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. They awarded $250,000 in compensatory damages and $1.95 million in punitive damages, finding malice on the part of the corporate defendants. This case underscores the power of trial to hold large corporations accountable for misconduct at the highest levels and demonstrates that speaking out—no matter how difficult—can lead to real justice.

The perpetrator’s actions were inexcusable and we were proud to hold those responsible accountable.