CLASS ACTIONS
Wage and Hour Class Action Lawsuits Seattle and Washington State
Nolan Lim Law is at the forefront of holding employers accountable through class action lawsuits when they violate Washington state’s labor laws. Washington law mandates that employees be safeguarded from working conditions that could harm their health. Our firm is dedicated to ensuring that employers meet the state and federal minimum workplace standards. Unfortunately, many businesses engage in wage theft by denying lawful breaks, not paying overtime, and other wage violations. Class action lawsuits offer a powerful way for employees to collectively challenge these unfair practices. In Washington, a single worker can initiate action on behalf of all employees affected by illegal labor practices. If you’re interested in learning more or joining an existing class action, reach out to us today.
Arnold v Marriot International
In a class action lawsuit filed in the Superior Court of Washington, Plaintiff Mardillo Arnold, on behalf of all similarly situated hourly and non-exempt employees, accuses Marriott International of multiple labor violations at the Westin Seattle. The complaint alleges violations of Washington state wage laws, including failure to provide proper meal and rest breaks, unpaid overtime, and failure to compensate employees for sick leave and use of personal cell phones for work purposes. The lawsuit seeks damages and statutory penalties for failure to comply with Washington’s Industrial Welfare Act, Minimum Wage Act, Wage Payment Act, Wage Rebate Act, and the Seattle Wage Theft Ordinance. The case emphasizes that Marriott intentionally failed to maintain accurate records of rest and meal breaks and failed to compensate employees for missed breaks and other work-related expenses, resulting in claims that Marriott acted willfully to deprive workers of their wages.
Mannin v Cambridge Management
Plaintiff Donya Mannin, representing herself and other similarly affected employees, accuses Cambridge Management, Inc. of alleged violations of wage and hour laws. The lawsuit alleges that Cambridge Management engaged in wage and hour violations, including the failure to provide meal and rest breaks, failure to pay overtime for hours worked beyond 40 per week, and improper deductions from wages. The plaintiff, a former Community Manager, claims that Cambridge’s policies forced employees to work through breaks and failed to compensate them fairly. The class action seeks to represent all hourly-paid or non-exempt employees working for Cambridge in Washington over the past three years. The suit accuses Cambridge of violating various Washington State labor laws, including failing to pay minimum wages, overtime, and business expenses. The class is believed to include at least 40 current and former employees, and the case seeks to recover unpaid wages and damages.
Dudley v Honor Senior Care
In a class action lawsuit filed in the Superior Court of Washington, plaintiff Ariana Dudley, on behalf of herself and similarly situated employees, accuses Honor Senior Care, doing business as Amada Senior Care, of multiple wage and hour violations. Honor Senior Care provides home care services in King, Pierce, and Cowlitz counties, employing non-exempt workers like Dudley. The complaint alleges that Honor Senior Care failed to provide required meal and rest breaks, underpaid workers for travel time at rates below the state minimum wage, and unlawfully deducted wages by requiring employees to use personal vehicles and cell phones for work without adequate reimbursement. Additionally, Honor Senior Care allegedly refused to pay overtime wages and issued inaccurate paystubs. The class seeks compensation for unpaid wages and damages under Washington state labor laws, with claims affecting at least 40 current and former employees.
Higley v Sportsman’s Warehouse
In the class action case filed in Washington’s King County Superior Court, Kjersten Higley, on behalf of herself and similarly situated employees, alleges wage and hour violations by Sportsman’s Warehouse, Inc. The plaintiff claims the company systematically denied non-exempt employees meal and rest breaks, required them to work through these breaks to meet scheduling demands, and failed to properly compensate for overtime work exceeding 40 hours per week. Additionally, employees were required to use personal cell phones for work-related tasks without reimbursement, resulting in unlawful wage deductions. The case seeks recovery of unpaid wages, claiming Sportsman’s Warehouse violated several Washington state labor laws. Higley, a former cashier, asserts the company’s compensation practices willfully underpaid employees, leaving many earning below the state’s minimum wage, and requests class action status for over 40 affected employees.
Howe v The Truss Company
In this class action lawsuit, plaintiff Tamerra Howe, on behalf of all similarly situated employees, alleges that The Truss Company, LLC, a Washington-based manufacturer of wood trusses, engaged in widespread wage and hour violations. The lawsuit claims that the company failed to provide mandatory meal and rest breaks, required employees to use personal vehicles for work without compensation, and refused to pay overtime despite employees working more than 40 hours per week. These practices allegedly resulted in wages falling below the state minimum wage. The suit seeks damages for unpaid wages, overtime, and reimbursement for business expenses in violation of Washington state labor laws. The class consists of current and former hourly or non-exempt employees dating back three years from the filing of the complaint.
Sayaseng v Geodis Logistics
Plaintiffs Bangorn and Brandon Sayaseng, on behalf of themselves and similarly situated individuals, have filed a class action lawsuit against Geodis Logistics, LLC in Washington State, alleging violations of state wage and hour laws. The plaintiffs claim that Geodis failed to provide legally mandated rest and meal breaks, did not compensate employees for missed breaks, and failed to record break times. The complaint further alleges that employees were pressured to meet production goals at the expense of their break periods and that Geodis did not offer paid sick leave as required. The plaintiffs seek damages and statutory penalties for violations of the Washington Industrial Welfare Act, Minimum Wage Act, Wage Payment Act, and Wage Rebate Act. The proposed class includes all non-exempt hourly employees employed by Geodis in Washington from March 2021 onwards.
Camby v Janicki Industries
In a class action lawsuit filed in Skagit County Superior Court, Daniel Camby, a former mechanic at Janicki Industries, along with other non-exempt employees, accuses the company of wage and hour violations. The plaintiffs claim Janicki Industries, which operates in aerospace, defense, and other industries, systematically denied meal and rest breaks, failed to pay overtime, and engaged in unlawful pay practices. The class action seeks damages for unpaid wages, meal and rest break violations, and penalties under Washington labor laws. The plaintiffs aim to recover compensation for these violations and prevent further unlawful practices by Janicki Industries.
Dahlin v Pioneer Human Services
In a class action lawsuit filed against Pioneer Human Services, a Washington nonprofit, Stephen Dahlin, representing himself and similarly situated employees, alleges wage and hour violations under Washington state law. The complaint accuses Pioneer of systematically denying non-exempt employees meal and rest breaks, failing to pay overtime wages for hours worked beyond 40 per week, and improperly capping wages. Dahlin and the class claim they were required to work off the clock and through breaks to meet job demands and received inaccurate pay stubs. The suit seeks damages for unpaid wages, asserting that Pioneer’s compensation practices violated state minimum wage and overtime laws, impacting more than 40 current and former employees since 2021.
Martinez v Comprehensive Healthcare
In a class action lawsuit filed in Yakima County Superior Court, Ramiro Martinez, on behalf of himself and similarly situated employees, alleges that Comprehensive Health Care, a Washington-based non-profit, engaged in widespread wage and hour violations. The lawsuit claims that the organization systematically denied non-exempt employees, including case managers, nursing assistants, and other healthcare staff, required meal and rest breaks, forcing them to work through breaks to meet job demands. Additionally, the suit alleges that employees were not properly compensated for overtime, received inaccurate pay stubs, and were not paid the state-mandated minimum wage. The case seeks compensation for unpaid wages, penalties for missed breaks, and attorney’s fees, citing violations of Washington State labor laws. The suit contends that these practices were part of a willful and ongoing scheme that affected at least 40 current and former employees.
Colon-Lopez v Infinity Global Distribution
In a class action lawsuit filed in Pierce County, Washington, plaintiff Leandrea Colon-Lopez, on behalf of herself and other similarly situated employees, alleges that Infinity Global Distribution, LLC, engaged in widespread wage and hour violations. The defendant, a global brand management company, is accused of denying employees meal and rest breaks, requiring the use of personal cell phones for work without compensation, and failing to pay overtime wages. The plaintiff claims that the company’s policies resulted in employees working beyond 40 hours per week without full payment and that these actions violated Washington’s labor laws. The lawsuit seeks damages for unpaid wages and other compensation for all affected non-exempt employees in Washington State.
Underwood v Star protection Agency
In the class action case filed in the Superior Court of Washington, plaintiff Dylan Underwood, on behalf of himself and similarly situated employees, alleges that Star Protection Agency, LLC engaged in wage and hour violations. The lawsuit claims that Star Protection Agency failed to provide legally mandated meal and rest breaks, did not compensate employees for using personal vehicles and cell phones for work, and did not pay overtime for hours worked beyond 40 hours per week. These unlawful policies allegedly affected non-exempt employees, such as security officers, across Washington State. The plaintiff seeks damages for unpaid wages and violations of Washington State labor laws.
Simmons v The Boxmaker
In this class action lawsuit filed in Washington’s King County Superior Court, Bruce Simmons, on behalf of all similarly situated employees, accuses The Boxmaker, Inc. of wage law violations. The case alleges that the company failed to provide non-exempt hourly workers with proper rest and meal breaks, as required by Washington law, and did not adequately compensate them for missed or shortened breaks. Employees were reportedly pressured to meet production goals, resulting in missed rest and meal periods. Additionally, the company did not maintain accurate records of break times and failed to offer sick leave in compliance with state regulations. The suit seeks damages for unpaid wages and statutory penalties under Washington’s Industrial Welfare Act, Minimum Wage Act, and other wage-related statutes.
