Nuggets Mascot Sues Kroenke Over Severance | Denver News

A Denver judge has approved a class-action lawsuit against Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, sparked by Drake Solomon—the former Nuggets mascot Rocky—who alleges his severance package violated Colorado’s new POWR Act. With 24 other employees expected to join, the case targets a standard severance template packed with non-disclosure and non-disparagement clauses deemed illegal under state law. Solomon, who took over the mascot role from his father and suffered hip injuries leading to double replacement surgery, claims he was pushed out despite medical recovery. His legal team is seeking damages for all similarly treated employees in 2024, with trial set for spring 2027. This landmark case could reshape how big employers handle severance, reinforcing that even in sports entertainment, employee rights are legally protected and enforceable. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0a5647edf74e8606