Kepas vs. eBay: INTENTIONAL DISCRIMINATION

by Emmanuel Kepas

On September 21, 2006, while on medical leave, I was wrongfully released from employment. I wasn't the first person terminated by eBay after being victimized by an immediate supervisor and raising an issue of concern to management - while retaining the offending supervisor. This pattern of abuse, in my opinion, began with Meg Whitman the CEO of eBay, Inc. (Stacie Wilson vs. Anita Gaeta & eBay, Complaint included in book.) For several months after being on medical leave from eBay, I was severely disabled. Frequently, I lay in my bed both day and night, with screaming noise in my head from severe Stress Induced Tinnitus; as well as experiencing severe Anxiety, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Depression, as medically diagnosed. I was sedated for two months with prescription medicine in an effort to recover from the effects of the trauma that I experienced. In an attempt to alleviate the effects of tinnitus, I maintain white noise background sounds, such as running fans. When in my bedroom, I keep my Sound Soother machine running. I also have worn ear-mounted Sound Generators, as occasion would permit. Sometimes, I experience a degree of relief by activities such weightlifting, walking by a busy road, driving with the car windows down or sleeping pills. On July 7, 2006, I sent Meg Whitman a personal FedEx letter as an eWatch (Customer Support Escalations) Manager, requesting her assistance (being unaware of her past grievances,) which eBay's hired attorney Matt Durham reported enraged the CEO. Shortly thereafter I was wrongfully discharged by eBay's hired attorney - without eBay being able to identify who ordered the termination of my employment.Emmanuel Kepas had it a wonderful wife, six children and a promising career with Morgan Stanley. In the aftermath of 9/11 his division was sold and the employees were laid off.In his spare time, he loved buying products from eBay. He always thought it would be great to work for such an innovative

304 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2009

Reviews

[D · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a very informational look into the world of intentional discrimination in the workplace. This is my favorite book that I have ever read, and it remains on my coffeetable in the place of distinction. The formatting and style it is written in is excellent and interesting. The cover art provides a poignant representation of the deep discrimination Emmanuel Kepas faced at the hands of the ecommerce giant eBay. In conclusion, I would recommend this book to all of my friends and say, Long live Emmanuel Kepas!

[Allen Fishburne · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book did provide interesting insight into the dark side of a massive corporate entity, but it was not a very enjoyable read in my humble opinion. The style of writing did not suite my particular taste, but the novel does indeed provide for some literary value, as in all my 40 years, I haven't read a book that most directly opposes such a powerful company.

[N · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible. My life has been forever changed by this novel. I will never forget the enduring travail of Emmanuel Kepas.

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

would read again. love this ap book!!!

[Pedro · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book did a good job portraying a problem that often goes unnoticed- large corporations taking advantage of employees, and their voices being lost in the abyss of capitalism.

[Michael Varanakis · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book was so good i literally couldn’t put it down. it gives amazing insight as to the process and drama of a typical court case.

[Hillcrest_got_talent · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was one of the best books i have read. i couldn’t put it down