Former manager of the Huntington branch files lawsuit, claiming violations of Family Medical Leave Act.
In a recent development, Terri Estepp, a former branch manager at Huntington Bank, has filed a lawsuit against the bank in the Eastern District of Michigan, Southern Division. The lawsuit alleges wrongful termination in connection with family medical leave, according to reports [1].
Prior to her termination, Estepp's branch was the number one performing branch in the country, a fact that underscores her successful tenure with the bank. In the last quarter before her termination, her branch's performance remained unparalleled [2].
Estepp took family medical leave to care for her dying daughter, Samantha, who passed away 10 days after her termination. During her leave, Estepp used four of the 12 weeks allotted by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and requested an extension due to her daughter's worsening condition [5].
Huntington Bank has expressed condolences to Estepp and her family over the loss of Samantha. However, the bank claims to have acted appropriately in Estepp's matter, and its spokesperson declined to comment on the ongoing litigation [6].
Estepp's personnel file, spanning nearly 30 years, is filled with praise, raises, and promotions, with no performance write-ups or indications of failures [7]. Despite asking for a specific reason for her termination, Estepp claims she was never given one [8].
The district manager of Estepp's branch reportedly showed an emotional reaction during the termination meeting. Furthermore, the district manager re-credentialed Estepp to access personal customer information before her termination [9].
The district manager was reportedly excited to have Estepp back after her initial FMLA leave, but fired her soon after she requested an extension [10]. This sudden turn of events has led Estepp to believe that her termination was in retaliation for her need to take family medical leave.
The case has gained attention on social media platforms such as TikTok, with videos and comments related to "Terri Estepp's Lawsuit Against Huntington Bank" garnering attention in both Michigan and Atlanta regions as of July 2025 [3][4]. However, specific legal details such as the court filings, claims, or case status beyond the filing and public discussion are not provided in the available search results.
In summary, Terri Estepp has filed a lawsuit against Huntington Bank, alleging wrongful termination connected to family medical leave. The case is currently ongoing, with public awareness via news and social media coverage, but detailed court records or lawsuit outcomes are not found in the provided information [1][3][4].
Given Terri Estepp's successful history in business and finance, as evidenced by her branch's consistently high performance, her termination while on family medical leave has raised questions about the bank's business ethics. The ongoing lawsuit against Huntington Bank highlights the potential financial and ethical implications for the bank regarding employee rights and family leave policies.
