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Edelson Lechtzin LLP files FLSA Lawsuit against Bostik, Inc.

On Behalf of | Oct 2, 2022 | ,

The Class Action Complaint alleges that Bostik has failed to properly pay employees for time spent dressing in their PPE prior to their shifts and removing this equipment after the end of their shifts. Bostik also requires employees to work long shifts without properly allowing employees to take scheduled meal and rest breaks. The Complaint alleges that these practices violate the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) and the Kentucky Wages and Hours Act (“KWHA”).

Edelson Lechtzin LLP Files Class Action Against Deceptive Energy Supply Companies

On Behalf of | Aug 11, 2022 | ,

Energy Supply Companies (“ESCOs”) have exploited the deregulation of the retail electricity and natural gas markets by luring consumers into switching electricity and natural gas suppliers using a bait-and-switch pricing scheme designed to deceive reasonable consumers. These companies entice customers into switching to their electricity supply services by offering teaser rates that are initially lower than the local utilities’ market rates. Once the initial rate expires, however, ESCOs typically automatically switch their customers over to its more costly variable rate.  

Can You Get Fired for Refusing to Work Overtime

On Behalf of | Aug 8, 2022 |

Many employees are surprised to learn that their employer can terminate their employees at will. At-will employment means that either party—the employer or the employee—can terminate the employment relationship at any time or for any reason so long as the reason isn’t illegal. So, to answer the question posed above—yes, your employer can fire you for refusing to work overtime.…

Independent Contractor vs. Employee A Checklist

On Behalf of | Aug 5, 2022 |

Independent contractors and employees are treated differently under federal wage and hour laws and regulations. According to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), only employees have the right to be paid a minimum wage and overtime compensation, while an independent contractor does not. Determining whether you are an independent contractor rather than an employee goes beyond the label given by…

Edelson Lechtzin LLP Defeats Motion to Dismiss in ERISA Class Action Against Fiduciaries of the University of Maryland Medical System Retirement Plans

On Behalf of | Jul 14, 2022 | ,

“Plaintiffs have alleged facts to support an inference of imprudence, as they have alleged well-pled facts regarding performance of the chosen funds in comparison to the less-expensive funds, and superior performance of the less expensive choice. These facts, assumed true, support the inference that Defendants breached their fiduciary duty in selecting the higher-cost funds.”

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