Former lithium startup workers filed a lawsuit over 'toxic' chemicals. The company claimed they spilled trade secrets — and sued back.

• 01/14/2025, 4:08 AM
• businessinsider.com

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Four ex-employees of a lithium startup bankrolled by Bill Gates' climate investment firm have sued the company, accusing it of "recklessly" exposing them to toxic chemicals that left them sick and injured.