Texas Man's Bold Walmart Suit: $100M or Free Shopping for Life
In a striking legal move, Roderick Jackson from Waskom, Texas, has initiated a lawsuit against retail giant Walmart, demanding a staggering $100 million in damages or an alternative compensation of "unlimited free lifetime shopping" at any Walmart location. The lawsuit, filed in handwritten form in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas, where Walmart's headquarters are located, has garnered attention for its unusual demands.
The specific details of the case are somewhat vague in the complaints. However, they refer to an incident in March 2021 at a Walmart store in Omaha, Nebraska, involving allegations of "false pretense of shoplifting" and an infringement of Jackson's civil rights "based on race/color."
Additionally, Jackson is requesting that Walmart cover all his court fees. He filed these complaints pro se, without legal representation, and efforts to reach him have been unsuccessful.
Walmart's response to these allegations is firm. A spokesperson stated the company's strong stance against any form of discrimination. They also noted the similarities between Jackson's current lawsuit and a previous one he filed in 2021, which was dismissed. Walmart plans to defend itself vigorously against these claims and will seek to dismiss any unfounded allegations.
In the 2021 lawsuit, Jackson claimed racial profiling and false accusation, leading to his arrest. He reported suffering emotional stress and physical pain due to handcuffs, though the police department was not named in the complaint. Initially, Jackson sought $100 million and a significant credit for future shopping, later amending his claim to $175 million in damages. The case was dismissed due to failure to properly serve Walmart, as indicated by court documents.
This legal action against Walmart stands out for its extraordinary demands and the significant sum of money involved, highlighting the complexities and challenges that large corporations face in legal disputes.