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Deaf Technician Sues Tesla Over Discrimination Claims

11/13/2025

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Hans Kohls, a deaf technician, filed a lawsuit against Tesla alleging he was fired within nine days after requesting a transfer from the casting department because extreme heat damaged his hearing aids.
The complaint says Tesla violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by not accommodating his request and by not discussing alternative safety measures.
Kohls seeks reinstatement or back wages and damages.
Tesla has not yet responded to the allegations.

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Hans Kohls, a deaf technician, filed a lawsuit against Tesla alleging he was fired within nine days after requesting a transfer from the casting department because extreme heat damaged his hearing aids.
The complaint says Tesla violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by not accommodating his request and by not discussing alternative safety measures.
Kohls seeks reinstatement or back wages and damages.
Tesla has not yet responded to the allegations.