Boeing Sued by Whistleblower's Family Over Alleged Role in His Suicide

John Barnett's family claims the aerospace giant's harassment and retaliation led to his death, filing a wrongful death lawsuit seeking damages.

John Barnett, a former Boeing quality manager and whistleblower, died by suicide in March 2024 after years of alleged workplace harassment and intimidation.
The wrongful death lawsuit, filed by Barnett's family, accuses Boeing of creating a hostile work environment and pressuring employees to ignore safety defects.
Barnett raised concerns about critical safety issues, including defective oxygen systems and metal shavings near wiring, which he claimed Boeing ignored.
The family alleges Boeing retaliated by isolating Barnett, assigning him poor reviews, and subjecting him to intense harassment, contributing to his PTSD and depression.
Boeing denies the allegations, expresses condolences to the family, and has yet to respond in court filings regarding the lawsuit.