Internet addict sues IBM - seeks sympathy

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A man is suing IBM for $5 million after being fired for visiting an adult chat room at work, claiming he is an Internet addict who deserves treatment instead of dismissal. The discussion highlights skepticism about the credibility of his claims, particularly due to the large sum he is seeking. Additionally, there are concerns about potential age discrimination, as he was terminated just six months before retirement, while younger employees faced less severe consequences for inappropriate behavior. The situation raises questions about fairness and the treatment of older employees in the workplace.
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WHITE PLAINS, New York (AP) -- A man who was fired by IBM for visiting an adult chat room at work is suing the company for $5 million, claiming he is an Internet addict who deserves treatment and sympathy rather than dismissal.

http://www.cnn.com/2007/LAW/02/18/chat.room.lawsuit.ap/index.html

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His story might be slightly credible, but then you see that he wants $5 million. He's a money-grabber, no question.
 
I think he has a better case for arguing age discrimination. They fired him 6 months before his retirement, all because he went in some sexual chat rooms a couple of times. Meanwhile, a younger couple has sex on a desk and is only transferred? This smacks of pension-robbing.
 

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