All articles tagged with #unpaid wages
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
Stephen Richardson, a contestant on Netflix's 'Love Is Blind,' has filed a class action lawsuit against the show's producers, alleging unpaid wages, misclassification as an independent contractor, and inhumane working conditions, with potential implications for other reality TV participants.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Doctors at Welsh practices linked to eHarley Street are refusing to work due to unpaid wages totaling around £250,000, leading to dangerous staffing levels and potential patient safety risks. The management company denies the claims, but affected doctors report hygiene issues and supply shortages. The Aneurin Bevan health board is aware of the concerns, and eHarley Street states that financial challenges have delayed some payments but insists most have been settled. The situation highlights the strain on GP services and the impact of private management on public healthcare.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Lauren Pisciotta, a former assistant at Ye's Yeezy brand, has filed a lawsuit alleging that Ye sexually harassed, stalked, and failed to pay her millions in severance. Pisciotta claims Ye forced her to watch him masturbate and sent her explicit messages. Ye's representatives deny the allegations, accusing Pisciotta of blackmail and extortion. The lawsuit also includes claims of breach of contract, fraud, and unpaid wages.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
In California, the worst wage thief has only paid a small portion of the millions of dollars owed to workers, highlighting the issue of wage theft and the need for stronger enforcement of labor laws.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WAVY.com
The U.S. Department of Labor states that over 208,000 workers are owed $163.3 million in back pay from companies that violated wage laws, and has set up a website for workers to check if they are owed money. The agency aims to swiftly pay recovered back wages to workers, but employees have only three years to claim any back pay before the funds are sent to the U.S. Treasury. Despite the Labor Department distributing over $26.9 million in owed wages, thousands of employees have yet to claim their money.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WFXRtv.com
The US Department of Labor states that over 208,000 workers are owed $163.3 million in back pay from companies that violated wage laws, and has set up a website for workers to check if they are owed money. The agency holds unpaid wages on behalf of workers when companies can't locate previous employees, but workers have only three years to claim any back pay before the funds get sent to the US Treasury.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KRQE News 13
The U.S. Department of Labor reports that over 208,000 American workers are owed $163.3 million in back pay from companies that violated wage laws. The agency has set up a website for workers to check if they are owed money and has recovered over $26.9 million in unpaid wages in 2023. However, workers have only three years to claim any back pay before the funds are sent to the U.S. Treasury.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ConchoValleyHomepage.com
The U.S. Department of Labor states that over 208,000 workers are owed $163.3 million in back pay from companies that violated wage laws, and has set up a website for workers to check if they are owed money. The agency aims to swiftly pay recovered back wages to workers, but employees have only three years to claim any back pay before the funds are sent to the U.S. Treasury.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
Kanye West is facing a lawsuit from a former project manager and property caretaker who claims he was fired for refusing to remove windows and electricity from West's Malibu home. The lawsuit alleges violations of labor codes, including dangerous working conditions and unpaid wages. The caretaker also described West's vision for the home as a retro bomb shelter, with plans to demolish bathrooms, remove windows and electricity, and replace stairs with slides. West's lawyers have not yet responded to the allegations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by News 12 New Jersey
The New Jersey Department of Labor has temporarily closed down 27 Boston Market restaurants in the state due to multiple violations of workers' rights, including over $600,000 in unpaid wages owed to 314 employees. The state has also imposed nearly $2.6 million in penalties against the company. The investigation began after a worker filed a complaint, and subsequent complaints have been received regarding several Boston Market locations in New Jersey. The company has requested a hearing to challenge the state's findings.