Casino Faces Lawsuit After Terminating Dealer Who Experienced Heart Attack
Background of the Incident at Horseshoe Casino Baltimore
Horseshoe Casino Baltimore is currently under legal scrutiny after reportedly dismissing an employee who suffered a heart attack while on the job. The case has led to a lawsuit filed by a federal agency representing the affected worker, seeking compensation and policy reforms.
Details About the Employee and Termination
Quann Massey, who started working with Horseshoe Casino Baltimore in 2022, was recently promoted to a dealer position in April 2023. Unfortunately, just days after his promotion, Massey experienced a serious heart attack and required immediate hospitalization.
Following this medical emergency, Massey was terminated from his role. This action prompted the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to file a lawsuit against the casino. The lawsuit was officially submitted on December 30, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.
The complaint claims that Caesars Entertainment, the operator of the casino, violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). It alleges that the casino management was fully aware of Massey’s critical health condition and his upcoming surgery but proceeded with termination regardless.
Throughout Massey’s hospitalization, he made efforts to learn about his job status and potential return to work. However, he was told that if he had any medical restrictions, he should not come back, and eventually, he was dismissed without prior notification.
EEOC’s Position on the ADA Violation
The EEOC’s filing asserts that Massey only discovered his termination after reaching out to the casino management to inquire about returning to work and the possibility of light-duty assignments.
Massey was informed that light-duty work would not be accommodated and that he was officially terminated. The commission argues that such actions are in direct violation of ADA regulations, which protect employees with disabilities from unfair treatment.
According to the EEOC, the casino expected Massey to return to work without any medical limitations, failed to engage in meaningful discussions about necessary accommodations, and retaliated against him for asserting his rights.
The EEOC underscores that employers must not discriminate against employees attempting to return from medical leave due to disability. They are obligated to engage in good-faith communication and provide reasonable accommodations in line with the ADA.
The legal complaint seeks financial damages for Massey, compensation for lost wages, and mandates changes in the casino’s policies to prevent similar incidents in the future.
