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Former Saks Stylist Sues for Retaliation and Fraud Claims

1/8/2026

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Suhail Kwatra, a former stylist at Saks Fifth Avenue, sues the retailer alleging retaliation after seeking work with a competitor.
He says Saks falsely accuses him of fraud and forces him to sign a promissory note for nearly $500,000.
Kwatra alleges intimidation during an interrogation and threats to his reputation, calling it a "vindictive scheme" amid financial difficulties.
Kwatra is scheduled for arraignment on January 30 for criminal charges against him.

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Suhail Kwatra, a former stylist at Saks Fifth Avenue, sues the retailer alleging retaliation after seeking work with a competitor.
He says Saks falsely accuses him of fraud and forces him to sign a promissory note for nearly $500,000.
Kwatra alleges intimidation during an interrogation and threats to his reputation, calling it a "vindictive scheme" amid financial difficulties.
Kwatra is scheduled for arraignment on January 30 for criminal charges against him.