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Plaintiff Wang prevailed in arbitration on wage and hour claims against Maxim International Group and owner Zhe Lin. The district court confirmed the arbitral award, granting Wang $199,248.53 in damages (including compensatory and liquidated damages), $57,516.74 in attorney's fees, and $4,325.30 in costs for FLSA and NYLL violations including failure to pay minimum and overtime wages.
Wang v. Maxim International Group, Inc.
What Happened
Wang, an employee at Maxim International Group, Inc., claimed the company failed to pay minimum wage and overtime pay—forms of wage theft. Wang also alleged wrongful termination. The dispute went to arbitration, a private process where a neutral person hears both sides and makes a binding decision.
What the Court Decided
The arbitrator sided with Wang. A district court later confirmed this decision. Wang received $261,090.57 total, which included $199,248.53 for unpaid wages and damages, plus $57,516.74 for attorney's fees and court costs.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case reinforces that employers cannot shortchange workers on minimum wage or overtime pay. When companies break these rules and lose in court, they must pay not just the missing wages but also damages and the worker's legal fees. This makes lawsuits more affordable for employees and creates real financial consequences for employers who violate pay laws. Workers facing similar situations have a legal path to recover what they're owed.
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