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The court approved a settlement agreement between plaintiff Suzanne Schubert and defendants Monticello Motor Club and Ari Straus in a Fair Labor Standards Act case. Plaintiff's counsel was awarded $20,834.00 in attorney's fees, with the remainder of the settlement to be distributed to plaintiff.
Schubert v. Monticello Motor Club: What You Need to Know
What Happened
Suzanne Schubert filed a lawsuit against Monticello Motor Club and its owner, Ari Straus, claiming the employer failed to pay her wages fairly. The case involved federal wage and hour laws that protect workers' pay.
What the Court Decided
The court approved a settlement agreement between Schubert and the defendants in September 2020. While the exact settlement amount wasn't disclosed, the court awarded Schubert's lawyer $20,834 in attorney's fees. The remaining settlement funds went to Schubert.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows that workers can successfully challenge employers who mishandle wages. Even when a case settles before trial, courts can force employers to pay workers what they're owed, plus cover legal costs. This makes it more affordable for workers to hire lawyers to fight wage theft, since the employer may have to pay those attorney fees. If you believe your employer isn't paying you correctly, this ruling demonstrates the legal system can help recover lost wages.
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