Labor/Employment,
Civil Rights
Jul. 2, 2025
Hair today, gone tomorrow: In-N-Out sued over Black hairstyle ban
In-N-Out's termination of a Black employee over his sideburns, now the subject of a $3 million lawsuit, underscores how company grooming policies can illegally -- and unfairly -- police Black identity.
Elijah Obeng, like droves of other brand-new alumnae of high school, decided to join the fast-food workforce post graduation. In the summer months of 2020, Obeng, a California-native, joined the staff of In-N-Out Burger, the popular burger franchise known for their "old fashioned" approach to fast food staples and strong regional presence. Up until mid-2024, Obeng enjoyed his t...
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