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The parties reached a settlement in principle in this Fair Labor Standards Act collective action. The court ordered submission of settlement terms and attorney's fee documentation by June 28, 2024, with a settlement approval hearing scheduled for July 2, 2024.
Suriel v. Mexican Bistro Corp. (La Catrina Mexican Bistro)
What Happened
An employee filed a lawsuit against Mexican Bistro Corp., claiming the restaurant violated federal wage laws by not paying workers fairly. Multiple employees joined together in this collective action to address the wage theft claims.
What the Court Decided
The case did not go to trial. Instead, the employer and employees reached a settlement agreement. The court required both sides to submit the settlement details and information about attorney fees by June 28, 2024. A judge was scheduled to review and approve the settlement on July 2, 2024.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows that employees can band together to challenge unfair pay practices, even without going through a full trial. When workers unite in collective actions, they have stronger bargaining power to recover unpaid wages. Settlements like this one can result in back pay and better working conditions. The case demonstrates that federal wage laws protect workers across all industries, including restaurants.
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