Barnes & Noble controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2018
Demos Parneros termination and litigation
Barnes & Noble dismissed chief executive Demos Parneros for alleged violations of company policy. The company later alleged sexual harassment, bullying, breach of loyalty, and interference with a potential acquisition; Parneros sued, alleging wrongful termination. The dispute was litigated publicly, but the provided material does not establish a final outcome.