Boeing Faces Lawsuit Over Whistleblower's Suicide Allegedly Linked to Harassment

John Barnett's family claims the aerospace giant's retaliation and abuse led to his death, reigniting scrutiny of corporate culture and safety practices.

John Barnett, a former Boeing quality manager and whistleblower, died by suicide in March 2024 after years of alleged harassment by the company.
Barnett's family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit, accusing Boeing of a 'concerted campaign of harassment, abuse, and intimidation' that caused his death.
The lawsuit alleges Barnett faced retaliation for raising safety concerns, including defective oxygen systems and discouraged documentation of defects.
Barnett suffered from PTSD, depression, and anxiety, which his family attributes to a hostile work environment at Boeing.
Boeing denies the allegations, stating safety issues are investigated and addressed, while the case intensifies public scrutiny of its corporate practices.