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Plaintiff obtained a default judgment against defendants for violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act and Arizona state wage laws. The court awarded plaintiff $8,588.50 in attorneys' fees, $651.35 in court costs, and approved fees for collection efforts, finding plaintiff the prevailing party entitled to recover fees under 29 U.S.C. § 216(b) and A.R.S. § 23-364(G).
Delgado v. Fast Wireless LLC – Plain English Summary
What Happened
Delgado filed a lawsuit against Fast Wireless LLC for wage theft—when an employer fails to pay workers the wages they've earned. The case involved violations of both federal and Arizona state wage and hour laws.
What the Court Decided
The court ruled in Delgado's favor through a default judgment, meaning the defendant didn't contest the claims. The court ordered Fast Wireless LLC to pay Delgado $8,588.50 in damages, plus $8,588.50 in attorney's fees and $651.35 in court costs. The court also approved additional fees to help collect the money owed.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case demonstrates that workers who win wage theft cases can recover not just the stolen wages, but also attorney's fees and court costs. This makes it financially feasible for workers to hire lawyers to fight wage violations—employers can't simply keep illegal profits without facing significant financial consequences. The ruling reinforces that Arizona and federal wage laws have real teeth and protect workers' paychecks.
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