Worthington Steel: New Unpaid Overtime Wages Case Filed

The experienced unpaid wages lawyers at Coffman Employment Lawyers have recently filed a new lawsuit against Worthington Steel Company on behalf of all of its hourly, non-exempt employees. The new federal lawsuit states that Worthington Steel did not pay these hourly employees for all the overtime hours they worked because of work performed after the end of the employees’ scheduled shifts.

What Is the New Unpaid Overtime Lawsuit Against Worthington Steel About?

The lawsuit alleges that at the end of their shifts, Worthington Steel’s hourly employees continue working beyond the end of their scheduled shift end time but are not compensated for this work. Specifically, the lawsuit alleges that Worthington Steel will round these employees’ clock-out times back to the scheduled end of their shifts, even though they continue working past that time. This rounding policy allegedly results in unpaid overtime compensation for these employees.

If I Join This New Worthington Steel Unpaid Overtime Lawsuit, What Could I Be Eligible to Receive?

If you are eligible to join and we can show in the lawsuit that you were not properly paid for all overtime work performed for one or more reason(s), the law states that you could receive (1) unpaid overtime for up to the last three years of work; and (2) liquidated damages in an amount equal to the unpaid overtime (aka the potential for double [2x or 200%] damages). If the lawsuit is successful, the law also requires Worthington Steel to pay our firm’s attorneys’ fees and costs.

Can Worthington Steel Retaliate Against Me for Joining the Case?

No. The federal law that the lawsuit is filed under, the Fair Labor Standards Act, prohibits employers from retaliating against employees. If Worthington Steel retaliates, it may be held liable for additional damages including reinstatement, back pay, and double damages (liquidated damages). If you have experienced retaliation or are concerned about retaliation, please contact our experienced employment attorneys so we can explain your rights and protections.