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Plaintiff settled FLSA and New York Labor Law wage claims against MSB Defendants for $7,500 total ($5,000 to plaintiff, $2,500 in attorney's fees), with MSB Defendants dismissed with prejudice. Case continues against other defendants.
Hayes v. 355 Restaurant Group LLC - Plain English Summary
What Happened
A worker named Hayes sued 355 Restaurant Group LLC and MSB Hospitality LLC, claiming the employers violated federal and New York State wage laws by not paying wages owed. The case involved allegations of wage theft—keeping money that rightfully belonged to the employee.
What the Court Decided
The case settled, meaning both sides agreed to end the dispute without a trial. MSB Hospitality LLC agreed to pay $7,500 total: $5,000 went directly to Hayes, and $2,500 covered his attorney's fees. The company was fully dismissed from the case, ending their involvement. However, Hayes's case continues against other defendants in the lawsuit.
Why This Matters for Workers
This settlement reinforces that employers can be held accountable for wage theft. Workers have the right to pursue legal action for unpaid wages under both federal law (FLSA) and New York State law. Even when cases settle rather than go to trial, companies must compensate workers for wages they didn't receive, and they must cover legal costs. This provides a pathway for workers to recover lost income.
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