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Default judgment awarded in favor of plaintiffs on FLSA and New York Labor Law wage and overtime claims. Plaintiff Argiris Ntalianis received $10,913.64 in principal damages plus prejudgment interest; plaintiff Ilias Ilyria received $5,518.50 in principal damages plus prejudgment interest. Defendants defaulted and failed to respond to the complaint.
Court Ruling Summary: Ntalianas v. B & A Contracting of Landmark Inc.
What Happened
Two workers, Argiris Ntalianas and Ilias Ilyria, sued their employer, B & A Contracting of Landmark Inc., for wage theft, wrongful termination, and breaking an employment contract. The workers claimed they were not paid properly for their work, including overtime pay they were owed under federal and New York state labor laws.
What the Court Decided
The court ruled completely in favor of the workers. Because the employer failed to respond to the lawsuit, the judge entered a default judgment—essentially a win by forfeit. Ntalianas received over $10,900 in damages plus additional interest, while Ilyria received over $5,500 in damages plus interest.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case demonstrates that employers must take wage and hour violations seriously. When workers aren't paid correctly for overtime or have their wages stolen, they can pursue legal action. The court's decision shows that failure to respond to legal claims can result in automatic losses and significant financial penalties for employers.
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