Disability Tesla sued by deaf technician over extreme heat conditions Sweltering Texas factory caused worker’s hearing aids to malfunction, which led to his dismissal, lawsuit states iStock.com/baileystock Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Monday 17 November 2025 A deaf former employee of Tesla has filed a lawsuit against the electric car manufacture 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... Discrimination Tesla accused of fostering a “Jim Crow” environment Sick Leave Tesla defends visiting homes of sick German workers Health & Safety OSHA cites Tesla over contractor electrocution death Pensions Swedish pension fund blacklists Tesla over labour rights concerns