In a dramatic legal battle unfolding in Sacramento, California, an individual has accused their former employer of discrimination and wrongful termination. The complaint was filed by Larantxa Ross on September 23, 2025, in the Superior Court of California against Firecode Safety Equipment, Inc., a company specializing in fire protection and safety services.
The lawsuit reveals that Ross began working for Firecode as a full-time Account Manager on March 6, 2023. However, her tenure took a turn when she was placed on medical leave in February 2024 due to severe respiratory complications. Despite providing all necessary medical documentation to Firecode’s Human Resources department and being assured of her job security with a return date set for July 1, 2024, Ross received an unexpected email demanding her return by June 3, 2024. When she reiterated her medical condition and inability to return early as per her physician’s advice, she was terminated on June 3 for alleged job abandonment.
Ross claims that her termination was not only premature but also discriminatory based on her disability. She accuses Firecode of failing to engage in an interactive process to accommodate her condition and retaliating against her for exercising her rights under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). The complaint lists multiple causes of action including discrimination, retaliation, failure to prevent discrimination or retaliation, failure to accommodate disabilities, wrongful termination in violation of public policy, and unfair competition.
Ross is seeking substantial damages exceeding $1.5 million for general and special damages related to lost earnings and employment benefits. Additionally, she demands restitution for unpaid wages amounting to no less than $100,000 along with punitive damages. Her legal team from Starpoint LC argues that Firecode’s actions have caused Ross significant emotional distress and financial hardship.
Represented by attorneys Aidin Ghavimi and Ilana Fine from Starpoint LC law firm, Ross aims to hold Firecode accountable for what she describes as oppressive and malicious conduct violating both state and federal laws designed to protect employees’ rights. The case is presided over by judges at the Gordon D. Schaber Courthouse under Case No. [redacted].
Source: 25CV022778_Larantxa_Ross_v_Firecore_Safety_Complaint_County_of_Sacramento_California.pdf
