A former employee of a Pennsylvania-based chemical manufacturer has leveled explosive allegations, claiming the company systematically underpaid its workers by omitting compensation for off-site tasks. The lawsuit, filed by Hajuquan Williams, alleges a brazen violation of state wage laws and seeks redress for a proposed class of affected workers.
Chemical Co. Cut Off-Site Work From Pay, Ex-Worker Says: Exploited Labor Practices Unveiled
Williams, a former field technician at Chemstream Inc., asserts that the company failed to compensate workers for hours spent away from their assigned job sites. These off-site duties, including attending safety meetings, vehicle maintenance, and supply transportation, allegedly consumed substantial portions of workers’ daily schedules without corresponding pay. Williams contends that such practices resulted in egregious underpayment, particularly in overtime compensation.
Chemical Co. Cut Off-Site Work From Pay, Ex-Worker Says: The Overtime Conundrum
Central to the complaint is the allegation that Chemstream miscalculated overtime wages, depriving workers of their rightful compensation. By neglecting to include per diems in the calculation of overtime premiums, the company purportedly further exacerbated the wage discrepancies faced by its employees. The lawsuit paints a picture of systematic exploitation, revealing a pattern of disregard for labor regulations.
