Security Co.'s Jobsite Travel Shorted Workers' Pay, Court Told
A security company in Washington, D.C., shuttled guards between jobsites without paying them for the time they spent in transit, violating federal wage law, two workers said in a proposed class and collective ... (more story)
DOL Wage Rulemaking Could Face Injunctions Complication
Challengers to U.S. Department of Labor wage and hour rules could face resistance when seeking nationwide injunctions following a U.S. Supreme Court decision, though the agency is not immune from such relief, attorneys said.
Restaurant Slams Sushi Chef's 'Soap Opera' Sanctions Bid
A Connecticut restaurant urged a federal judge to reject sanctions sought by a sushi chef alleging wage violations, arguing that the plaintiff's counsel has tried to turn a routine deposition dispute into a "soap opera."
Newark Hit With Class Action Over Missing, Late OT Pay
Two public works employees for the city of Newark alleged in New Jersey federal court on Thursday that the city's complex overtime approval process results in unpaid, underpaid or late overtime payments.
NC Prison Officials Defend Push For Quick Appeal Of Pay Suit
North Carolina prison officials defended their bid for an immediate appeal of a ruling finding correctional officers may be entitled to pay for all time spent inside prison facilities, rejecting the guards' ar... (more story)
Health Aides' OT Suit Ends After Bankruptcy Ruling
A Maryland federal court has dismissed the remaining claims by workers in a wage lawsuit against a home healthcare provider after related bankruptcy proceedings resolved the dispute, according to court filings.
Norfolk Southern Must Face Jury On Age Bias Claims
An Alabama federal judge rejected Georgia-based Norfolk Southern's bid to shut down a suit from a longtime rail worker who said he was forced out of his job due to his age, ruling that there was "ample evidenc... (more story)