The Fitchburg attorney representing nearly a dozen former Rock Haven Nursing Home employees who were laid off after refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine is speaking out.

Michael Anderson says the $500,000 notice of claim he’s filed is just a precursor to an actual lawsuit.

Anderson says he’s hoping Rock County will enter into a dialogue with him and that they”ll be able to come to a resolution without going to court.

Anderson says his clients are hardworking front line workers who are devoted to their jobs and they should have the right to make the decision about whether or not to get vaccinated about their own bodies.