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Camargo v. Good Nature, Inc.

S.D.N.Y.March 24, 2022No. 1:21-cv-08522
SettlementGood Nature, Inc.$32,000 awarded
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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

Related Laws

No specific laws identified for this ruling.

Claim Types

Wage TheftWrongful Termination

Outcome

Court approved a settlement agreement between plaintiff Leonel Camargo and Good Nature, Inc. for $32,000, resolving FLSA and New York Labor Law claims for unpaid wages, overtime, and spread-of-hours compensation. Plaintiff receives $21,065.36 after attorney fees of $10,934.64.

What This Ruling Means

**Camargo v. Good Nature, Inc. - Wage Theft Case** This case involved a worker named Camargo who sued Good Nature, Inc. for allegedly violating wage and hour laws. Camargo claimed the company failed to pay proper wages under the Fair Labor Standards Act, which is the federal law that sets minimum wage and overtime rules for most workers. Unfortunately, the court documents available don't show how this case was ultimately resolved. The case was filed in federal court in New York in March 2022, but the final outcome - whether Camargo won or lost, or if the parties reached a settlement - is not clear from the available information. No damage amounts were reported. **What This Means for Workers:** Even without knowing the final result, this case highlights an important right workers have. The Fair Labor Standards Act protects employees from wage theft, which can include unpaid overtime, being paid below minimum wage, or having wages improperly withheld. Workers who believe their employer has violated these wage laws can file lawsuits in federal court to recover unpaid wages. If you suspect wage violations at your workplace, you may want to consult with an employment attorney or contact the Department of Labor.

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