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Court denied settlement approval without prejudice due to an impermissible no-rehire provision, though finding the settlement amount and attorneys' fees reasonable. Parties were ordered to remove the no-rehire clause or submit an alternative agreement by May 28, 2021.
Flores v. Greenwich BBQ LLC
What Happened
An employee named Flores sued Greenwich BBQ LLC, claiming the restaurant stole wages from workers and punished employees who complained about labor violations.
What the Court Decided
The parties reached a settlement agreement, but the judge initially rejected it because the deal included a "no-rehire" clause—meaning Flores could never work at the restaurant again. The judge said this clause was unfair and blocked final approval. However, the court found the settlement payment amount and attorney fees were reasonable. The judge gave both sides until May 28, 2021 to either remove the no-rehire clause or propose a different arrangement that the court would accept.
Why This Matters for Workers
This ruling protects workers in settlement negotiations. Courts won't allow employers to use settlements to permanently ban employees from future employment as a hidden punishment. Workers who win wage theft or retaliation cases can now expect fair terms—not hidden restrictions that damage their career prospects. This decision sends a message that settlements must be genuinely fair to both sides.
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