LI v. SUSHI TO GO CHERRY HILL,LLC
Case Details
- Nature of Suit — the legal category of the dispute
- Labor: Fair Standards
- Status — whether other courts must follow this ruling
- Unknown
- Procedural Posture — the stage the case had reached
- consent decree
- State
- New Jersey
- Circuit
- Third Circuit
Related Laws
No specific laws identified for this ruling.
Claim Types
Outcome
Plaintiff's Fair Labor Standards Act and New Jersey wage-and-hour claims for unpaid overtime and minimum wages were settled and approved by the court. Defendants agreed to pay a total of $15,000, with $7,928.66 going to plaintiff, $3,964.34 for plaintiff's attorney's fees, and $3,107.00 for related costs.
What This Ruling Means
Sushi To Go Cherry Hill Settlement Summary
What Happened
An employee named Li sued Sushi To Go Cherry Hill, LLC for wage theft. Li claimed the restaurant failed to pay minimum wage and overtime pay as required by federal and New Jersey law.
What the Court Decided
The court approved a settlement agreement requiring the restaurant to pay $15,000 total. Li received $7,928.66 in compensation for unpaid wages. An additional $3,964.34 went toward Li's attorney's fees, and $3,107.00 covered court costs.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case demonstrates that workers have legal protections regarding minimum wage and overtime pay. If an employer violates these rules, workers can pursue legal claims to recover what they're owed. Even when cases settle before trial, courts ensure employees receive fair compensation. The ruling also shows that successful wage claims can cover attorney's fees, making it more affordable for workers to pursue justice. Employees facing wage issues should document their hours and contact legal help to protect their rights.
This summary was generated to explain the ruling in plain English and is not legal advice.
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