Fired Tesla Robotaxi Supervisor Files Suit in Houston Over Work Conditions

Javier Medrano, former safety operator supervisor for Tesla Robotaxi in Houston, filed a federal lawsuit after being fired for raising concerns about workload and safety oversight deficiencies. Medrano supervised 38 operators, more than double the company policy maximum of 15, and warned about safety risks and extreme fatigue. The lawsuit claims understaffing and defective protocols led to an accident during his exhaustion, impacting emergency response. After attempting to escalate his concerns to HR, he was terminated and now seeks reinstatement and monetary damages.

• Supervisor managed 38 operators; company policy max is 15
• Reported extreme fatigue and safety protocol failures

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