The claims include failure to:
- Pay minimum wage and overtime
- Provide accurate wage statements
- Reimburse work-related expenses
- Offer meal and rest breaks as required under California labor laws
Serve Robotics, founded in 2017, touts itself as a leader in autonomous food delivery solutions. The company has not yet commented on the allegations.
Legal Representation and Next Steps
Masuda is represented by Kane Moon, Allen Feghali, Lilit Ter-Astvatsatryan, and Holly Williams of Moon Law Group PC. Counsel information for Serve Robotics was not immediately available.
If successful, the lawsuit could result in significant financial penalties for Serve Robotics and prompt changes to its labor practices.
California’s Strict Labor Laws at Play
This case underscores the complexities of compliance with California’s labor laws, which set stringent standards for wage calculations and employee breaks. Companies in the tech and gig economy, like Serve Robotics, have increasingly come under scrutiny for how they treat nonexempt workers.
