Former Novo Nordisk Manager Alleges Disability Bias, Retaliation

A former regional account manager working for Novo Nordisk Inc. is suing the healthcare company, alleging it failed to accommodate her disabilities, retaliated against her, and wrongfully terminated her employment.

Shobhna Butler, a domestic violence survivor, was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression, according to her complaint filed Oct. 25 with the US District Court for the District of New Jersey. Butler alleges that Novo Nordisk failed to provide her with reasonable accommodations for her disabilities when she attempted to return from medical leave in January 2023.

Butler reported experiencing a hostile work environment and retaliation from her ...