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Plaintiff prevailed on her motion for default judgment against Bottoms Up Gentlemen's Club and Chez Joey for wage theft under FLSA, Maryland Wage and Hour Law, and Maryland Wage Payment Collection Law. Court determined Plaintiff was an employee and awarded damages for unpaid wages and tip deductions.
Franco Jurado v. Bottoms Up Gentlemen's Club Summary
What Happened
Franco Jurado worked at Bottoms Up Gentlemen's Club and believed she wasn't paid fairly. She claimed the club didn't pay her all the wages she earned and wrongfully took money from her tips. She filed a lawsuit against the club and a related business called Chez Joey.
What the Court Decided
The court ruled in Jurado's favor. The judge determined she was an employee (not an independent contractor) and that the club had violated multiple wage laws by stealing wages and deducting tips. The court ordered the club to pay her $45,025.20 in damages for the unpaid money she should have received.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows that employers cannot simply keep workers' tips or pay less than required by law. Even in industries where tips are common, employers must follow strict wage rules. Workers classified as employees—rather than independent contractors—have strong legal protections, and courts will hold businesses accountable for wage theft.
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