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The court granted defendant's motion for judgment as a matter of law on the 29 U.S.C. § 207(k) law enforcement exemption defense, finding overwhelming evidence that a fourteen-day work period was established, which exempts the employer from overtime obligations for hours under 86 per two-week period.
Caiazza v. Carmine Marceno: Court Ruling Summary
What Happened
Caiazza filed a lawsuit against employer Carmine Marceno, claiming wage theft. The employee alleged they were not properly paid for overtime work performed on the job.
What the Court Decided
The court ruled in favor of the employer. The judge found that the employer qualified for a special exemption that applies to law enforcement workers. Under federal law, law enforcement employees can work up to 86 hours in a two-week period without being owed overtime pay. The court determined there was clear evidence that the employer had properly established this two-week work schedule, so the employer did not violate overtime laws.
Why This Matters for Workers
This ruling clarifies that law enforcement employees have fewer overtime protections than most other workers. If you work in law enforcement, your employer may not owe you overtime pay unless you exceed 86 hours per two weeks. However, this exemption only applies to certain law enforcement jobs—most other professions receive overtime protection after 40 hours per week.
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