LINCOLN – Former DNA Genetics Chief Operating Officer Delwyn Birkhofer has filed a federal lawsuit against Gov. Jim Pillen’s family-owned businesses, alleging he was fired after disclosing his granddaughter’s serious medical condition and anticipated treatment costs. Birkhofer, who served as COO from 2021 to 2025, also alleges age and racial discrimination, claiming company leadership changed its treatment of him following the disclosure. The lawsuit accuses DNA Genetics and Pillen Family Farms of violating federal employment and disability discrimination laws. Birkhofer is seeking lost wages, damages, and changes to company employment practices.

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