A jury has awarded $22 million in back wages to more than 7,500 employees working for East Penn Manufacturing Company Inc.—one of the world’s largest battery manufacturers.
Recovering Overtime
We’ve obtained a consent judgment to recover $910,000 for 289 employees of a New Jersey staffing agency who were denied overtime wages.
You Can Always Count on Family (and WHD)
Fired after a health condition sent him to the hospital, Esmelyn's sister contacted us for help.
Wages Recovered
We recovered more than $300,000 for 63 workers at a New Jersey restaurant after finding minimum wage and overtime violations.
Pumping at Work
Thanks to the PUMP Act, more workers now have the right to time and space to pump breast milk during the workday.
Reflections on Military Service, Mental Health & a Meaningful Career
During National Mental Health Awareness Month, Seward Dinsmore reflects on his military service, mental health and a meaningful career with the Wage and Hour Division.
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