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Court denied plaintiff's motion to approve FLSA wage-and-hour settlement without prejudice, citing overly broad release language and improper restrictions on discussion of litigation. Settlement requires revision before resubmission.
Ramirez v. Marriott International, Inc.
What Happened
A worker named Ramirez filed a wage theft case against Marriott International, claiming the company violated federal wage and hour laws. The two sides reached a settlement agreement and asked the court to approve it.
What the Court Decided
The judge rejected the settlement deal on September 8, 2022. The court found two main problems: the settlement's language was too broad in what employees had to give up, and it unfairly restricted workers from discussing their lawsuit with others. The judge didn't permanently reject the case but told both sides they could revise the settlement and resubmit it for approval.
Why This Matters for Workers
This ruling protects worker rights by preventing overly restrictive settlement agreements. Courts must ensure that when companies and workers settle cases, workers aren't giving away more than necessary—like their right to speak about unfair workplace treatment. The decision sends a message that settlements must be fair and reasonable before courts will approve them.
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