- Former CorVel executive Ronda Cruz settled a Los Angeles Superior Court lawsuit alleging s-xual harassment, retaliation, and a “cutthroat” workplace culture; settlement terms were not disclosed.
- The lawsuit accused CorVel of whistleblower retaliation, wrongful termination, defamation, emotional distress, and failure to accommodate her medical needs.
- Cruz claimed the company prioritized profits over employee wellbeing and described a culture where women were disrespected and subjected to s-xist comments.
- She alleged retaliation after refusing to ignore conduct she believed was illegal or unethical, including advocating commissions for two female employees on maternity leave.
- Cruz, hired in 2012 and promoted to area vice president of Southern California by 2018, said she continued performing well despite serious health issues requiring surgery.
- She was terminated in August 2023 for “interactions with leadership,” and alleged company insinuations about misconduct made it difficult for her to find new employment.
https://mynewsla.com/orange-county/2026/03/05/woman-settles-suit-alleging-cutthroat-culture-at-irvine-firm/