Disputes Tenth Circuit revives ex-Walmart stocker’s homophobia claim Judge warns against “ritualistic number-counting exercise” when assessing alleged discriminatory conduct istock.com/jetcityimage Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Wednesday 15 July 2026 A US appeals court has revived a hostile work environment lawsuit accusing retail giant Walmart of failing to prevent severe harassment of a gay employee. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Harassment Walmart worker fired after customer’s anti-trans rant Discrimination SCOTUS poised to strike down “background circumstances” test Discrimination Fifth Circuit defends comparator test in “reverse discrimination” claims Disputes Walmart liable for $23m after jury finds retaliation over harassment claims