In recent news, Hunt Construction Group, Inc. allegedly failed to comply with labor law by providing workers with accurate itemized wage statements.

The Case: Ruben Almader v. Hunt Construction Group, Inc.

The Court: Los Angeles County Superior Court of the State of California

The Case No.: 24STCV09121

The Plaintiffs: Ruben Almader v. Hunt Construction Group, Inc.

Ruben Almader is the lead plaintiff in a lawsuit against Hunt Construction Group, Inc., where he claims the company committed multiple violations of California Labor Codes. The allegations include:

Failing to pay minimum and overtime wages.
Not providing required meal and rest breaks.
Inaccurate wage statements.
Not reimbursing necessary expenses.

Additionally, the lawsuit asserts that Hunt Construction did not pay sick wages or wages when due, actions that could lead to significant civil penalties under state law.

The Defendant: Ruben Almader v. Hunt Construction Group, Inc.

The defendant in the case, Hunt Construction Group, is implicated for allegedly failing to comply with California Labor Code § 226, which mandates that employers provide accurate and itemized wage statements to their employees. The lawsuit claims that the wage statements issued by Hunt Construction did not include essential details such as the applicable hourly rates, total hours worked, and the pay period during which the wages were earned. This omission has led to allegations that the company did not fulfill its legal obligations regarding employee wage documentation.

What Is An Accurate Itemized Wage Statement?

The requirements for an accurate itemized wage statement are stipulated by California Labor Code Section 226. The following details must be listed clearly to comply with state law and ensure full transparency for the employee:

1. Employee info: Name and SSN (last four digits) or an employee ID number

2. Employer info: legal name and address

3. Wages earned during the pay period (both Net and Gross)

4. Any hourly rates used to pay the employee during the current pay period

5. Total hours worked by the employee (unless the employee is salaried/exempt) and their applicable hourly rate

6. Any applicable piece rate and the number of units (if the employee is paid on a piece-rate scale)

7. All deductions from the wages

8. The current pay period

The Case: Ruben Almader v. Hunt Construction Group, Inc.

The class action lawsuit, Ruben Almader v. Hunt Construction Group, Inc., is currently pending in the Los Angeles County Superior Court of the State of California.

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