$60,000.00 Settlement Achieved in Federal Wage & Hour Litigation

[Success Story] $60,000.00 Settlement Achieved in Federal Wage & Hour Litigation Against Cxx Corp

Unpaid wages and denied overtime are not just administrative errors—they are violations of your fundamental rights as a worker. At Song Law Firm, we specialize in holding employers accountable, no matter how complex the legal landscape.

Recently, our litigation team successfully represented Mr. L in a high-stakes wage and hour dispute in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, securing a $60,000.00 global settlement that far exceeded initial expectations.

Case Overview

• Client: Mr. L

• Opponent: Cxx Corp

• Jurisdiction: U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey

• Case Type: Wage & Hour Litigation (FLSA / NJ Wage Laws)

• Key Issues: Unpaid overtime, parallel Department of Labor (DOL) investigation, and employer’s attempt to offset liability.

The Challenge: Navigating Overlapping Investigations

This case presented a unique challenge. While our federal lawsuit was pending, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) was also conducting its own investigation into Cxx Corp.

The employer attempted to use this to their advantage by:

1. Denying all liability for additional damages in the federal court.

2. Attempting to “offset” their exposure by claiming that the back wages determined by the WHD should be the limit of their payment.

For an unrepresented employee, this could have resulted in a significantly lower recovery or a dismissal of the more lucrative federal claims.

The Song Law Firm Strategy

Our legal team implemented a multi-layered strategy to ensure Mr. L received the maximum compensation allowed by law:

• Strategic Coordination: We meticulously managed the interaction between the pending federal litigation and the WHD-administered back wages. We ensured that the client’s recovery in court was not improperly reduced by the prior administrative payments.

• Aggressive Negotiation: We challenged the employer’s denial of liability by highlighting the specific protections offered under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and New Jersey Wage Laws, which often allow for liquidated damages (double damages) that administrative settlements may overlook.

• Protective Tax Structuring: We carefully structured the settlement terms to protect our client from adverse tax treatment, ensuring the classification of wage payments was handled correctly for his benefit.

The Result: A “Global” Win

Through persistent negotiation and tactical pressure, we reached a $60,000 global settlement.

Not only did Mr. L recover his unpaid wages, but he also secured additional funds that were released directly to him through our intervention. This outcome stands as a testament to our ability to navigate the intersection of government investigations and private litigation to maximize client recovery.

Know Your Rights: Expert Legal Support

Wage theft can happen in any industry. Whether it’s “off-the-clock” work, misclassification of employees, or unpaid overtime, the laws are in place to protect you. However, as this case proves, employers will often use every administrative loophole to pay as little as possible.

Don’t leave your hard-earned money on the table. If you believe you are owed unpaid wages, let the experienced attorneys at Song Law Firm fight for the compensation you deserve.

Consult with Song Law Firm today. We bridge the gap between complex law and the justice you’ve earned.

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Congratulations to Mr. L on this outstanding victory!