Employees at Valencia H. Motors, Inc. Claim Company Didn’t Provide Full Wages

A Valencia H. Motors, Inc. employee recently filed a class action lawsuit claiming that the California company habitually shorted employee wages.

The Case: Mike Altieri v. Valencia H. Motors, Inc.,

The Court: Los Angeles County Superior Court

The Case No.: 24STCV27061

The Plaintiff: Mike Altieri v. Valencia H. Motors, Inc.,

The plaintiff, Mike Altieri, worked for the defendant from November 2020 through February 2024 as a nonexempt hourly employee entitled to legal protections under federal and state labor laws. The plaintiff filed a California class action complaint alleging Valencia H. Motors, Inc. violated the California Labor Code.

The Defendant: Mike Altieri v. Valencia H. Motors, Inc.,

The defendant, Valencia H. Motors, Inc., allegedly failed to give workers their required meal breaks and rest periods (as determined by labor law). By failing to adhere to labor law's meal break and rest period requirements, the company allegedly failed to provide their employees with full wages for the hours they worked.

The Allegations: Mike Altieri v. Valencia H. Motors, Inc.,

Altieri claims that Valencia H. Motors, Inc. engaged in multiple labor law violations:

• Minimum wage violations

• Overtime wage violations

• Meal break and rest period violations

• Wage statement violations

• Required expense reimbursement violations

• Sick wage violations

• Timely payment of wages violations

The Case: Mike Altieri v. Valencia H. Motors, Inc.,

In Mike Altieri v. Valencia H. Motors, Inc., the class seeks compensation for the losses caused by the defendant's standard policies and operating procedures allegedly failing to fully compensate workers for their work hours. Additionally, the plaintiff and the class members seek an injunction preventing the company from exhibiting similar conduct in the future. The plaintiff filed the class action in California's Los Angeles County Superior Court.

If you have questions about filing a California wage and hour class action lawsuit, please contact Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik DeBlouw LLP. Knowledgeable employment law attorneys are ready to assist you in various law firm offices in Riverside, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

Did Global Paratransit Fail to Provide Compensation for Employee Hours?

Global Paratransit faces a California class action alleging they violated labor law with standard practices that failed to fully compensate their workers.

The Case: Alejandro Galindro v. Global Paratransit, Inc.

The Court: Los Angeles County Superior Court

The Case No.: 24STCV31314

The Plaintiff: Alejandro Galindro v. Global Paratransit, Inc.

The plaintiff, Alejandro Galindro, worked for Global Paratransit from December 21, 2023, through June 28, 2024, as a nonexempt hourly employee. As a nonexempt hourly employee, Galindro was entitled to the protections of federal and state labor laws. Galindro filed a class action on behalf of himself and other employees in similar situations, alleging the company engaged in numerous labor law violations.

The Defendant: Alejandro Galindro v. Global Paratransit, Inc.

The defendant, Global Paratransit, Inc., provides transportation services in California. According to Galindo, the company failed to accurately record all his hours, which allegedly resulted in inaccurate wages and wage statements. Alleging that the company's violation was due to standard practices, Galindro filed a class action so other employees in similar situations could also seek compensation for their losses.

The Allegations: Alejandro Galindro v. Global Paratransit, Inc.

Galindro claims that Global Paratransit regularly required employees to perform duties off the clock without appropriate compensation for the hours, even though they qualified as hours worked since the time was spent "under the control of the employer." Additionally, for those hours worked off the clock that were not eligible for overtime rates, it is alleged that the company didn't provide the required minimum wage, which violates California Labor Code provisions.

The Case: Alejandro Galindro v. Global Paratransit, Inc.

In Alejandro Galindro v. Global Paratransit, Inc., the class seeks compensation for the losses caused by the defendant's policies and practices allegedly failing to compensate employees lawfully. Additionally, they seek an injunction preventing the company from exhibiting similar conduct in the future. The plaintiff filed the class action in California's Los Angeles County Superior Court.

If you have questions about filing a California wage and hour class action lawsuit, please contact Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik DeBlouw LLP. Knowledgeable employment law attorneys are ready to assist you in various law firm offices in Riverside, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

Did Swissport Cargo Services, L.P. Fail to Provide their Workers With Full Wages?

A recent California wage and hour lawsuit questions whether Swissport Cargo Services paid their employees for all the hours they worked.

The Case: William Hayes, Jr. v. Swissport Cargo Services, L.P.

The Court: California's Los Angeles County Superior Court

The Case No.: 24CV05042

The Plaintiff: William Hayes, Jr. v. Swissport Cargo Services, L.P.

The plaintiff, William Hayes, Jr., worked for Swissport Cargo Service, L.P. from July 10, 2024, through August 30, 2024, as a nonexempt hourly employee entitled to the protections of federal and state labor laws.

The Defendant: William Hayes, Jr. v. Swissport Cargo Services, L.P.

The defendant, Swissport Cargo Services, L.P., allegedly required employees to work while clocked out on their legally mandated off-duty meal breaks, employed a uniform practice of rounding employee hours down (to benefit the employer), and required mandatory off-the-clock COVID-19 screenings before workers could clock in for work.

The Allegations: William Hayes, Jr. v. Swissport Cargo Services, L.P.

According to the plaintiff's allegations, Swissport Cargo Services, L.P allegedly violated numerous labor laws, including:

• failing to pay workers minimum wage (determined by labor law)

• failing to provide overtime wages for overtime hours

• failing to provide mandatory meal and rest periods

• failing to offer workers their itemized wage statements

• failing to reimburse workers for any required business expenses

• failing to pay employees their sick wages

According to the class action, the California employer violated various California Labor Codes. The alleged violations leave the company open to potential civil penalties.

Two of the Most Common Labor Law Violations in California:

The William Hayes, Jr. v. Swissport Cargo Services, L.P. case is a good example of two of the most common labor law violations seen in California: wage violations and wage statement violations.

Wage Violations: California employers are required to pay employees for all the time they work. "Time worked" refers to the time during which an employee is subject to the control of the employer. (This includes the time the employee is "permitted" to fulfill their job duties). Failing to pay employees for all their hours worked due to "rounding" practices for employee hours and payroll purposes often leads to minimum wage violations and overtime pay violations.

Wage Statement Violations: California employers are required to furnish each employee with an accurate itemized wage statement for each pay period. The wage statement must include rates of pay used during the pay period, total hours worked, and a designation of the pay period itself. A standard practice of rounding employee hours "down" often leads to inaccurate wage statements in violation of labor law.

The Case: William Hayes, Jr. v. Swissport Cargo Services, L.P.

In William Hayes, Jr. v. Swissport Cargo Services, L.P., the class seeks compensation for the losses caused by the defendant's policies and practices allegedly failing to compensate employees lawfully. Additionally, they seek an injunction preventing the company from exhibiting similar conduct in the future. The case is pending in California's Los Angeles County Superior Court.

If you have questions about filing a California wage and hour class action lawsuit, please contact Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik DeBlouw LLP. Knowledgeable employment law attorneys are ready to assist you in various law firm offices in Riverside, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

Knight Group Class Action Lawsuit Addresses California Worker Concerns

A recently filed class action alleges Knight Group violated labor law, leaving Californian workers with wage and hour concerns.

The Case: Michelle Phan vs. Knight Sacramento

The Court: Sacramento County Superior Court of the State of California

The Case No.: 24CV016958

The Plaintiff: Michelle Phan vs. Knight Sacramento

The plaintiff, Michelle Phan, filed a class action. Eligible class members are those employed by Knight Group as non-exempt, exempt, piece-rate-based, and/or commission-based employees in California from August 27, 2020, to the present. Some of these employees were allegedly entitled to additional hourly compensation to compensate for time spent performing any non-sales-related duties directed by Knight Group during their work shifts. Some employees are also due one hour of pay for their missed rest periods.

The Defendant: Michelle Phan vs. Knight Sacramento

The defendant, Knight Sacramento, operated car dealerships. The class action claims they violated multiple labor laws with standard operating practices that resulted in:

• failing to pay minimum wage

• failing to provide workers with rest periods

• failing to provide workers with meal breaks

• failing to reimburse employees for necessary business expenses

• failing to provide employees with accurate itemized wage statements

• failing to provide employees with wages when due

Do California Workers Get Rest Periods and Meal Breaks?

Yes, California employees should receive rest periods and meal breaks. If your employer does not offer you meal breaks and rest periods:

• Understand Your Rights: Familiarize yourself with California labor laws regarding meal and rest breaks to understand what is owed to you.

• Keep Records: Document all instances where breaks were denied or cut short.

• Report Violations: Inform your HR department or supervisor about the missed breaks and request compliance with the law.

• Join the Class Action: If a class action is already in progress, consider joining it to address the violations collectively.

• Find an Attorney: Talk to an employment law attorney about your legal options.

The Case: Michelle Phan vs. Knight Sacramento

The case, Michelle Phan vs. Knight Sacramento, is currently pending in the Sacramento County Superior Court of the State of California.

If you have questions about filing a California wage and hour class action lawsuit, please contact Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik DeBlouw LLP. Knowledgeable employment law attorneys are ready to assist you in various law firm offices in Riverside, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

Challenging Break Violations: Class Action Lawsuit Against Pureserve Building Services

Pureserve Building Services faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly failing to provide its employees with legally mandated meal and rest breaks, highlighting critical labor rights issues.

The Case: Petra Rios vs. Pureserve Building Services, Inc.

The Court: Monterey County Superior Court of the State of California

The Case No.: 24CV003470

The Plaintiff: Petra Rios vs. Pureserve Building Services, Inc.

The plaintiff, Petra Rios, filed a class action complaint claiming that Pureserve Building Services violated the California Labor Code by failing to pay workers for all of their hours. Rios worked for Purserve Building Services from July 2023 to September 2023.

The Defendant: Petra Rios vs. Pureserve Building Services, Inc.

The defendant, Pureserve Building Services, Inc., is a California janitorial services company with operations in Monterey, where the plaintiff worked. The company faces numerous labor law violation allegations, including:

• failing to pay minimum wages

• failing to pay overtime wages

• failing to provide required meal and rest periods

• failing to pay wages when due

• failed to comply with itemized wage statement requirements

• failing to reimburse for required business expenses

What Are Your Rights When Denied Meal and Rest Breaks?

If your California employer is denying your legally mandated meal and rest breaks, here are steps to protect your rights:

• Understand Your Rights: Familiarize yourself with California labor laws regarding meal and rest breaks to understand what is owed to you.

• Keep Records: Document all instances where breaks were denied or cut short.

• Report Violations: Inform your HR department or supervisor about the missed breaks and request compliance with the law.

• Join the Class Action: If a class action is ongoing, consider joining it to address the violations collectively.

• Talk to an Attorney: Talk to an experienced employment law attorney, so they can point out any options for legal recourse.

Taking these steps can help secure the breaks you are entitled to and potentially recover damages for violations that have already occurred.

The Case: Petra Rios vs. Pureserve Building Services, Inc.

The case is currently pending in the Monterey County Superior Court of the State of California.

If you have questions about filing a California wage and hour class action lawsuit, please contact Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik DeBlouw LLP. Knowledgeable employment law attorneys are ready to assist you in various law firm offices in Riverside, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

Terra Vista Management Faces Labor Code Violation Allegations

In a recent California class action, Terra Vista Management faces allegations of failing to pay its employees for all hours worked, sparking a broader discussion on compliance with California's Labor Code.

The Case: Shane Andersen vs. Terra Vista Management

The Court: San Diego County Superior Court of the State of California

The Case No.: 24CU006415C

The Plaintiff: Shane Andersen vs. Terra Vista Management

The plaintiff, Shane Andersen, filed a class action against Terra Vista Management, claiming they violated labor law. Andersen claimed the company failed to comply with labor law requirements for rest periods, meal breaks, minimum wage, and overtime pay.

The Defendant: Shane Andersen vs. Terra Vista Management

The defendant in the case is Terra Vista Management. The defendant's standard business practices allegedly required employees to miss meal breaks and rest periods regularly. According to the complaint, the company's standard business practices left employees missing rest periods and meal breaks, and plaintiffs also claimed the company failed to pay them for all the hours they worked.

How to Address Unpaid Wages When Your Employer Fails to Compensate for All Time Worked?

If you suspect your California employer has not compensated you for all the time you've worked, there are several steps you can take to address the issue:

• Review Your Pay Stubs: To identify discrepancies, compare pay stubs against your work schedule.

• Document Your Hours: Keep detailed records of your work hours; include your start and end times.

• Speak to HR: Discuss discrepancies you identify with your human resources department for clarification and potential resolution.

• Consult an Attorney: If the problem is not addressed internally, seek legal advice to understand your rights and discuss filing a wage claim.

These steps can help ensure you receive all the wages you are entitled to under the law.

The Case: Shane Andersen vs. Terra Vista Management

The case is currently pending in the San Diego County Superior Court of the State of California.

If you have questions about filing a California wage and hour class action lawsuit, please contact Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik DeBlouw LLP. Knowledgeable employment law attorneys are ready to assist you in various law firm offices in Riverside, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

Former Employee Files Wage and Hour Complaint: Did Nexstar Violate Labor La

A former employee recently filed a complaint claiming that while working for Nexstar Broadcasting, the company did not provide full compensation according to labor law.

The Case: Steven Radford vs. Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.

The Court: San Francisco County Superior Court of the State of California

The Case No.: CGC-24-618978

The Plaintiff: Steven Radford vs. Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.

The plaintiff, Steven Radford, worked for Nexstar from March 2017 to November 28, 2023, as a nonexempt hourly employee entitled to labor law protections. During Radford's time at the company, he claims he did not receive accurate wage statements or full compensation for his hours. Radford recently filed a class action claiming that Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.'s business practices violated the California Labor Code.

The Defendant: Steven Radford vs. Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.

The defendant, Steven Radford vs. Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., operates, programs, and provides sales and services to various California television stations. The company allegedly failed to keep an accurate record of employee hours. As a result, this resulted in inaccurate and incomplete wages and wage statements (allegedly violating California Labor Code § 226). According to the California class action, Nexstar required workers to work off the clock and did not provide payment for all the time their employees spent under their control. Since the time worked off the clock wasn't included in overtime premium payment calculations, the plaintiff claims the company failed to pay minimum wage as required (allegedly violating Cal. Lab. Code §§ 1194, 1197, and 1197.1).

What Can You Do If Your Employer Doesn't Pay You Your Full Wages?

If you are a California worker, and your employer has not paid you the full wages you are due, start by documenting any discrepancies with work records, pay stubs, emails, etc. that show the hours you worked in comparison to the hours documented for your pay. Talk to your HR department about the issue. Hopefully, it can be resolved internally. If the problem persists, you may need to file a wage claim. Talk to a local employment law attorney to explore your legal options.

The Case: Steven Radford vs. Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.

The plaintiff filed the case in California's San Francisco County Superior Court, where it is still pending.

If you have questions about filing a California wage and hour class action lawsuit, please contact Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik DeBlouw LLP. Knowledgeable employment law attorneys are ready to assist you in various law firm offices in Riverside, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, Los Angeles, and Chicago.