LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — Reality television star and businesswoman Kylie Jenner is facing another legal battle involving a former household employee, marking the fourth lawsuit brought by a member of her domestic workforce in just seven months.

The latest complaint was filed on November 5, 2026, by Dinora Carolina Cabria Amaya, a former housekeeper who alleges that she experienced workplace discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination and several labour violations while working at properties associated with the billionaire beauty entrepreneur.

The lawsuit names Jenner, her businesses and members of her household staff as defendants. Among its most unusual allegations are claims that Amaya was trapped inside Jenner’s walk-in closet for more than an hour, accidentally exposed to pepper spray while cleaning and bitten by a dog while performing assigned duties.

The allegations have not been established in court, and Jenner’s legal representatives have strongly rejected the claims.

Former Housekeeper Describes Workplace Incidents

According to the complaint, Amaya began working at Jenner’s properties in March 2025. She reportedly earned $40 an hour and worked across several residences in California.

One of the most striking incidents described in the lawsuit concerns an alleged experience inside Jenner’s walk-in closet. Amaya claims that a supervisor instructed her to enter the closet using a passcode. However, after entering, she allegedly became unable to unlock the door and found herself trapped inside.

The former employee says she contacted her supervisor, Laura Dooley, for assistance but was allegedly laughed at and mocked instead of being helped. According to the complaint, Amaya remained inside the closet for more than an hour before someone eventually arrived to let her out. She alleges that the experience caused significant distress, including a panic attack.

The lawsuit also describes two separate workplace injury incidents. In September 2025, Amaya claims that an unsecured canister of pepper spray discharged while she was cleaning a drawer in a laundry room, exposing her eyes and face to the substance.

She alleges that she subsequently experienced blurred vision, burning, irritation and other symptoms. A month later, on October 28, 2025, she claims she was bitten by a dog while cleaning a doghouse at one of Jenner’s properties.

The complaint further alleges that she did not receive adequate assistance following the incidents and that her workload became increasingly difficult after she raised concerns about her treatment.

Allegations Of Unpaid Overtime And Retaliation

Beyond the incidents involving the closet, pepper spray and dog bite, Amaya’s lawsuit raises questions about her working conditions and compensation.

She alleges that despite regularly working extended hours, she was not properly compensated for overtime and double-time work. The former housekeeper also claims she was not reimbursed for mileage or compensated for the time spent travelling between Jenner’s different properties.

According to the complaint, Amaya questioned why another housekeeper received mileage reimbursement while she did not. She alleges that after raising the issue, her working conditions deteriorated, with heavier assignments, changes to her schedule and work locations, and reduced assistance from other staff members.

Amaya claims she was dismissed on February 6, 2026, after questioning the alleged differences in travel reimbursement. She is seeking financial compensation, including unpaid wages, lost earnings and damages.

Fourth Lawsuit In Seven Months

The latest complaint follows three other lawsuits involving former members of Jenner’s household workforce.

In April 2026, former housekeeper Angelica Hernandez Vasquez filed a lawsuit alleging discrimination, harassment and wrongful termination. Her complaint included claims of derogatory comments relating to her Salvadoran background and Catholic faith.

Another former housekeeper, Juana Delgado Soto, filed a separate lawsuit later that month. She alleged workplace harassment, discrimination, wage violations and retaliation after raising concerns about her treatment.

In June 2026, a former private chef identified in court documents as Jane Doe also filed a lawsuit against Jenner and other defendants. The chef alleged that demanding working conditions during a high-risk pregnancy contributed to a miscarriage in February 2025. She further accused the defendants of pregnancy discrimination and wrongful termination.

The chef’s case has also generated a separate legal dispute over her request to remain anonymous in public court records. All four cases involve allegations that remain subject to legal proceedings. Their claims should not be treated as established findings of wrongdoing.

Kylie Jenner’s Legal Team Rejects The Allegations

Jenner’s attorney, Michael Rhodes, has pushed back against the latest lawsuit and the wider series of employee claims.

In a statement reported by NBC News, Rhodes pointed out that the four cases were brought by the same attorney, Della Shaker. He accused the lawyer of using publicity to pursue what he described as an unwarranted financial payout.

Rhodes maintained that the defendants would not be intimidated and said they intended to defend the cases vigorously. Shaker, who represents the former employees, has defended her clients’ decision to pursue legal action.

She argued that the cases raise broader concerns about whether domestic workers feel safe reporting alleged mistreatment when their employers are wealthy and influential. The competing statements reflect the sharply different positions of the parties as the legal disputes continue.

A Wider Conversation About Domestic Workers’ Rights

The lawsuits involving Jenner have placed renewed attention on the working conditions of domestic employees employed in wealthy households.

Housekeepers, private chefs, caregivers and other household workers can perform demanding duties across multiple properties, often under the supervision of several managers and household representatives.

California employment laws provide protections concerning wages, overtime, workplace discrimination, retaliation and other employment conditions. The specific legal responsibilities in each case will depend on the evidence, the employment arrangements and the applicable law.

The allegations against Jenner and her associated businesses have not been proven. Nevertheless, the growing number of lawsuits has created a significant public relations and legal challenge for the reality television personality. Whether the allegations will be substantiated in court remains to be determined.

Related coverage: The legal dispute has since taken a new turn, with Jenner asking a Los Angeles judge to compel the former chef to reveal her identity publicly. Read our latest report: Kylie Jenner Seeks To Unmask Anonymous Chef In Lawsuit Over Alleged Pregnancy Discrimination.

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