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Plaintiff obtained a default judgment against defendants for unpaid wages, overtime wages, and retaliation under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The court denied plaintiff's late motion for attorney's fees and costs due to failure to timely file within the required 14-day window.
Vazquez v. Uooligan Gas Station Convenience Store Inc
What Happened
Vazquez worked at Uooligan Gas Station Convenience Store and claimed the employer failed to pay him wages and overtime pay that he earned. He also stated that the employer retaliated against him—likely for complaining about the unpaid wages or other workplace issues.
What the Court Decided
The court ruled in Vazquez's favor. The employer did not respond to the lawsuit, so the court automatically sided with Vazquez (called a default judgment). The court found that Uooligan Gas Station owed him unpaid wages and overtime pay, and that retaliation did occur. However, the court denied Vazquez's request for the employer to pay his attorney's fees and costs because he asked too late—after the 14-day deadline had passed.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case reinforces that employers must pay workers for all hours worked, including overtime. Workers who speak up about unpaid wages have legal protection against retaliation. However, timing is critical when pursuing additional costs in court.
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