Overtime Pay Lawsuit: Greenridge Faces $3 Million Settlement for Unpaid Overtime Wages
Employers Must Comply: Illinois-Based Company Fined for Violating Fair Labor Standards Act
According to TheSuns, Greenridge, a family-owned company that makes meat and cheese, is being sued by the state of Illinois and the US government. They are accusing Greenridge of not paying its employees for the extra hours they worked. This is against the law.
An investigation found that Greenridge didn’t pay its employees for the overtime they worked. This is not fair to the employees who worked hard and deserve to be paid for their extra work. Because of this, Greenridge agreed to pay $3 million to fix the problem. The people who worked at Greenridge’s facility in Elk Grove Village, Illinois between May 2019 and May 2022 are included in this lawsuit.
Eligible Employees: How to Claim Your Unpaid Overtime Wages from Greenridge Settlement
The amount of money you’ll get back is based on how much overtime you worked without being paid. This is good news for many employees who have been waiting for fair pay. The lawsuit reminds employers to follow the rules and treat employees fairly. If you’re not sure if you’re eligible, you can check the official website or talk to your employer to learn more.