The Superior Labor Court (TST) ruled that the dismissal of an Avon manager diagnosed with depression was discriminatory.

The decision considered the fact that the termination occurred only two months after the employee returned from medical leave granted by the INSS. In the labor lawsuit, the manager stated that her depressive disorder was recurrent and associated with occupational stress.

According to her account, the work environment was marked by intense pressure to meet targets and by humiliating demands, such as attending meetings in costume and promoting products in public spaces using a megaphone and colorful wigs, even in areas with high levels of violence. She also reported being transferred between departments with a reduction in salary.

The company must pay an amount equivalent to double the employee’s salary from the date of dismissal until the publication of the judgment.