Wage Theft: Would Harsher Punishments Deter It?
Interesting editorial about the prevalence of wage theft.
Settlement Agreements and Confidentiality
Settlement agreements usually include a confidentiality clause limiting who the plaintiff can inform about the agreement. This is usually limited to attorneys, tax advisors, and spouses. However, many people probably share the news with other family members. Unfortunately for one plaintiff, this article illustrates the pitfalls of violating the confidentiality clause.
http://www.miamiherald.com/2014/02/26/3961605/daughters-facebook-boast-costs.html
Local Adult Entertainers Are Employees Not Independent Contractors
I represent 110 adult entertainers who sued a local strip club. The club classified them as independent contractors, but the judge just ruled that they are in fact employees, which makes them subject to wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and overtime. The club paid them nothing and charged them fines and fees for the privilege of coming to work.
Here’s an article in the Atlanta Journal Constitution:
http://www.ajc.com/news/news/judge-pin-ups-strippers-are-employees-not-independ/ncbyS/