Stotesbery v. Muy Pizza-Tejas, LLC

**Worker Settles Wage Dispute with Pizza Company** A worker named Stotesbery filed a lawsuit against Muy Pizza-Tejas, LLC (connected to Pure Growth Consulting, LLC) claiming the company violated federal wage laws. The employee alleged wage theft under the Fair Labor Standards Act, which is the federal law that sets minimum wage and overtime requirements for most workers. Instead of going to trial, both sides reached a settlement agreement to resolve the dispute. The court ordered the parties to submit their settlement terms and a joint letter by December 21, 2022. The judge will review the agreement to ensure it's fair before giving final approval. The specific settlement amount was not disclosed in the court records. **What This Means for Workers:** This case shows that workers can successfully challenge employers who don't follow wage laws. Even when cases don't go to trial, employees can still get results through settlements. The Fair Labor Standards Act gives workers important protections for minimum wage and overtime pay. If you believe your employer hasn't paid you properly, you have legal options. Courts take these cases seriously and will review settlements to make sure workers are treated fairly.