An Orthodox Jewish passenger claims he was thrown off a JetBlue plane for trying to change seats.
The passenger had explained to staff that he couldn't sit next to a woman due to his religious beliefs, per the lawsuit.
AdvertisementAn Orthodox Jewish passenger is suing JetBlue, accusing the airline of religious discrimination, claiming that he was thrown off a plane for trying to change seats after refusing to sit next to a woman.
Lunger never forced other passengers to change seats with him or used a loud or stern voice, the lawsuit says.
The lawsuit, which accused JetBlue of religious and racial discrimination, seeks compensatory damages, punitive damages, and attorneys' fees and costs.
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