Joyner received a settlement in 1938 from the Burlington Rock Island Railroad after her discrimination lawsuit.
In 1938, Marjorie Joyner reached a settlement with the Burlington Rock Island Railroad following her courageous lawsuit over discriminatory treatment. This legal victory was significant, not only for the resolution it provided Joyner personally but for its broader implications during a racially charged era. It underscored Joyner's determination to challenge unjust practices and set a precedent for future civil rights litigations.