A jury found that Nike discriminated against a former employee based on her gender. The jury comprised one woman and seven men, who spent over a week reviewing evidence and testimony before taking just over a day to reach their verdict. The case highlights significant workplace discrimination issues.

Jury finds Nike discriminated against former employee due to her gender

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By Kyra Buckley (OPB)

July 22, 2026 7:22 p.m. Updated:July 23, 2026 12:27 a.m.

A jury of one woman and seven men spent a little over a week hearing evidence and testimony and took just over a day to render its verdict.

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