US Department of Labor, Secretary of Labor v. Unitil Service Corporation

**Department of Labor Sues Utility Company Over Wage Violations** The U.S. Department of Labor filed a lawsuit against Unitil Service Corporation, a utility company, claiming the employer violated federal wage laws. The government alleged that Unitil failed to properly pay its workers according to the Fair Labor Standards Act, which sets rules for minimum wage and overtime pay. This type of case typically involves employers either not paying minimum wage, failing to pay overtime when employees work more than 40 hours per week, or misclassifying workers to avoid paying proper wages. While the specific outcome of this case isn't detailed in available records, Department of Labor lawsuits like this one usually seek to recover unpaid wages for affected workers and ensure future compliance with wage laws. **What This Means for Workers:** This case demonstrates that the federal government actively investigates and prosecutes employers who don't follow wage laws. Workers in any industry have the right to receive proper pay, including overtime compensation. If you believe your employer isn't paying you correctly, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division, which may investigate and take action on your behalf at no cost to you.