Gamayo v. Drobny Law Offices – Case No. 34-2008-00005372 – Motions in Limine – Tentative Rulings

Plaintiff's Motions in Limine

Motion #1 to exclude evidence plaintiff was denied unemployment benefits

The motion is granted.

Plaintiff seeks to exclude evidence that she was denied unemployment benefits on the ground that the ALJ's decision is not relevant and because it is unduly prejudicial. Plaintiff also contends the evidence is inadmissible opinion.

In opposition, defendant states that it does not intend to introduce the ALJ's written opinion but it does intend to introduce evidence that Mark Drobny contested plaintiff's right to unemployment benefits because she was terminated for excessive tardiness. The stated relevance is to show Mr. Drobny's good faith belief of good reason for plaintiff's termination.

The fact that defendant contested plaintiff's right to unemployment benefits has marginal relevance to his reasons for termination. Presenting the fact that unemployment bene