En la ciudad de Nueva York, un juez encontró que habian empleados supuestamente mal pagados de Papa John's y no pagaban las horas extras. Una franquicia de la ciudad de Nueva York, Emstar Pizza, Inc., que posee siete franquicias, se le ordenó pagar $...
Employment Disputes
Papa Johns pays nearly $800K in overtime wages to employees
In New York City, a judge found that a Papa Johns franchisee underpaid employees and did not pay overtime. A New York City franchise, Emstar Pizza, Inc., who owns seven Papa Johns franchises, was ordered to pay $789,507.06 in unpaid wages, damages, interest and other...
Woman asks $16 million for discrimination and harassment claims
It is expected that all workers are to be treated equally and with respect, regardless of their genders. Additionally, all qualified applicants should have the same shot at achieving promotions or increases in pay. Sadly, even today, unfair treatment is still...
6 women claim they were victims of workplace discrimination
Many people work hard to hold onto their jobs, especially during a time when layoffs are common. Based on company policies, there are many justifiable reasons that Texas workers may get fired. There are other reasons, however, that are against the law. That includes...
Revlon CEO accused of discrimination for his racist remarks
Every employee has the right to a pleasant environment in which to work. One would believe that that is the case in most Texas places of employment, but it is not always so. Some employees still feel that they are the victims of discrimination due to being subjected...
Bank of America is accused of workplace discrimination
There are many reasons for termination that are justifiable, while others are completely illegal. All Texas workers have the same rights, regardless of their race, gender, age or other protected characteristics. When a worker is terminated and feels that it is...
Former city worker claims she was fired for being a whistleblower
The former finance director of Killeen, Texas, is still trying to find a resolution for her termination claim against the city after almost two years. According to her complaint, the city was in violation of the Texas Whistleblower Act. This act protects government...
Employee alleges discrimination after firing for cellphone use
Mobile technology has become an everyday part of the lives of most Americans. As a result, many Texas businesses have implemented rules concerning employee cellphone use. Within a company, the same role-based rules should apply to every employee. When workers in...
Texas man claims he suffered racially motivated harassment
Going to work should be an experience that allows an employee to feel safe and free from a hostile work environment, but that's not always the case. A black man, who was working for Lufkin Industries in Texas, claims that he was the victim of racial...
Teacher fired for not working on Saturdays claims discrimination
People who have religious values may have a day in their week that is considered sacred. Typically on those days, the person does not work and uses the day for rest or worship. Many workplaces require employees to work on the weekends as a requirement, but those...