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Plaintiff Elizabeth Quigley obtained a default judgment against Soul Surgery LLC and individual defendants, awarded statutory damages totaling $11,160 plus post-judgment interest and attorney fees eligibility.
Quigley v. Soul Surgery LLC – Court Ruling Explained
What Happened
Elizabeth Quigley filed a wage theft case against Soul Surgery LLC and its owners. She claimed the company failed to pay her wages as required by law.
What the Court Decided
The court ruled in Quigley's favor by default judgment, meaning the defendants did not contest the claims. The court awarded her $11,160 in damages. Additionally, Quigley became eligible to recover attorney fees and will receive interest on the judgment amount going forward.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows that workers who experience unpaid wages have legal options. When employers don't pay what they owe, courts can order them to repay the full amount plus additional compensation. The award of attorney fees is particularly important—it means workers can afford lawyers to fight these cases without paying out-of-pocket, since their legal costs can be recovered from the employer. This ruling reinforces that wage theft is a serious legal violation with real financial consequences for businesses that break the rules.
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