Martinez v. 280 Katonah Corp.
Case Details
- Nature of Suit — the legal category of the dispute
- 710 Labor: Fair Standards
- Status — whether other courts must follow this ruling
- Unknown
- Procedural Posture — the stage the case had reached
- consent decree
- State
- New York
- Circuit
- Second Circuit
Related Laws
No specific laws identified for this ruling.
Claim Types
Outcome
Court approved a fair and reasonable settlement of FLSA and NYLL wage-and-hour claims for $60,000 total, with $39,522.67 payable to plaintiff and $20,477.33 for attorneys' fees and costs.
What This Ruling Means
Martinez v. 280 Katonah Corp. Settlement Summary
What Happened
Martinez filed a lawsuit against 280 Katonah Corp., claiming the company failed to pay wages properly. The case involved violations of both federal wage laws and New York State labor laws that protect workers' pay.
What the Court Decided
The court approved a settlement agreement worth $60,000 total. Martinez received $39,522.67 as compensation for unpaid wages and related damages. The remaining $20,477.33 covered attorney fees and court costs.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case demonstrates that employers can be held accountable for wage theft—keeping money workers earned. The settlement shows that workers have legal options when companies violate pay laws. If your employer isn't paying you correctly, you may have the right to sue and recover what you're owed, plus additional damages. An attorney can help you pursue these claims, and the employer may have to cover legal fees. Understanding these protections helps workers stand up for fair compensation.
This summary was generated to explain the ruling in plain English and is not legal advice.
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