Frymier v. Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse (AVDA)

**Worker Drops Wage Theft Case Against Employer** A worker named Frymier sued Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse (AVDA) and Antojitos & Natural Juice Bar II LLC, claiming the employers failed to pay proper wages. The case was filed in Texas federal court in August 2025, alleging wage theft violations. Before the court could make a final decision on the merits, Frymier voluntarily dropped the lawsuit "without prejudice," meaning they could potentially file the same case again later. The court did not determine whether wage theft actually occurred or award any money to the worker. The judge ordered both sides to submit a letter by November 13, 2024, explaining whether they reached a private settlement agreement. If they did settle, the court noted that either the court itself or the Department of Labor would need to approve the settlement terms. **What this means for workers:** This case shows that wage theft lawsuits can end in different ways beyond just winning or losing at trial. Workers can drop cases voluntarily, often as part of settlement negotiations. However, when wage disputes are settled privately, courts or government agencies may need to review the terms to ensure workers receive fair compensation and that labor laws are properly enforced.