Female Exec Sues Andorran Group Over Abrupt Demotion Triggering Depression

A female executive has filed a lawsuit against a major Andorran commercial group in the Batllia court, claiming her abrupt dismissal from a leadership role triggered a severe depressive episode that has kept her on sick leave since late 2024.

The woman, who had over 20 years of experience in the company's human resources department, took over as department director at the end of 2023 following the dismissal of the previous holder. This was not her first temporary promotion; in 2021, she had also assumed similar responsibilities beyond her contractual role for several months before returning to her original position.

Nearly a year later—without any prior warning or indication that the 2023 role was temporary—she was removed from the position and stripped of all associated benefits, according to her legal representatives. The sudden change led to significant economic and personal fallout, including the loss of a company-leased vehicle and salary supplements. Her lawyer also noted that her partner, who also worked for the group, was dismissed shortly after she went on leave.

The executive, still battling the health effects, is seeking reinstatement to the HR director role along with compensation for the damages suffered.

Her attorney argues that the company's actions lacked justification and proper procedure, exacerbating her condition into ongoing depression. The case highlights tensions over temporary promotions and sudden demotions in Andorran firms, though the group has not yet commented publicly. The Batllia will now review the claims.