Discrimination Tesla accused of fostering a “Jim Crow” environment HR staff who verified instances of racism were disciplined or dismissed, lawsuit claims iStock.com/vzphotos Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Wednesday 13 August 2025 An ex-security head and a group of former Tesla HR staff have accused the electric vehicle maker of retaliation after they verified claims of racism and toxic behaviours at its Fremont, Calif 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... Disputes Tesla sued for racial harassment at California plant Disputes Tesla ordered to pay over $3m in race bias case Pensions Swedish pension fund blacklists Tesla over labour rights concerns Unions Tesla accused of “unacceptable behaviour” at Berlin plant