In response , Knight argued that Nelson was fired because of the `` nature of their relationship and the perceived threat '' to his marriage , not because of her gender . Knight worked as a dental assistant for Knight for 1999 . Nelson complained Nelson wore tight clothes , was a `` detriment '' to his family . Knight 's wife demanded he fire Melissa Nelson ; he did . The all-male high court rules her termination did not constitute unlawful discrimination .
Knight worked as a dental assistant for Knight for 1999 . Nelson complained Nelson wore tight clothes , was a `` detriment '' to his family . Knight 's wife demanded he fire Melissa Nelson ; he did . The all-male high court rules her termination did not constitute unlawful discrimination .