The Phoenix Suns have made headlines with the termination of Gene Traylor, their former director of safety, security, and risk management, who is now suing the team for discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The team cited policy violations and dishonesty as reasons for his firing, while Traylor's attorneys claim it was a pretext for retaliation. This latest lawsuit adds to a string of five civil suits filed against the organization within a 10-month period, including allegations of race and gender discrimination.
Traylor's lawsuit details incidents of concern he raised regarding safety and security measures at the Suns' arena, including failed field tests where weapons were brought in undetected by plainclothes officers. Despite the team's reassurances of meeting safety standards, Traylor's claims of negligence in handling security risks have exposed a troubling pattern. The ongoing legal battle between the Suns and Traylor sheds light on the inner workings of the organization and raises questions about their commitment to addressing employee concerns and ensuring a safe environment for fans.