Neuralink Faces Lawsuit Over Unsafe Working Conditions and Retaliation

Former employee alleges exposure to herpes-infected monkeys and wrongful termination after disclosing pregnancy.

Lindsay Short claims she was scratched by monkeys carrying the Herpes B virus due to inadequate protective gear.
Short alleges a hostile work environment with impossible deadlines and retaliatory practices.
The lawsuit includes allegations of gender discrimination, wrongful termination, and labor code violations.
Short was fired a day after informing HR about her pregnancy, following a recent promotion.
Neuralink has faced scrutiny over its animal testing practices and employee treatment.