'Deadnamed' | Culver's hit by lawsuit alleging it fired a trans employee who reported harassment

Culver's, the fast-casual restaurant chain known for its ButterBurgers has been hit with a lawsuit alleging a transgender manager and three other employees were fired for complaining about harassment.

The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed the lawsuit Monday against five entities controlling operations at Culver’s restaurants in Michigan.

According to the agency, the manager suffered hostility and harassment from other employees for his trans identity, including being repeatedly misgendered and deadnamed.

The employee reportedly had his birth name publicized by others in the company, resulting in his old name being used by two employees against his wishes.