In today’s economy, every little bit of money counts. Therefore, if you were not getting paid for what you do then you would probably be a little unhappy. This is exactly how the employees at Farmland Foods feel. Apparently, their employers do not feel that it is necessary to pay them for the time that it takes to put on and take off their uniform and other equipment. Because of this stringent wage standard, the employees are fighting back.
Donning And Doffing Rights
The aim of the case attempts to award them with full compensation for what the court and state refers to as “donning and doffing”. This is the legal definition for putting on and taking off uniforms and equipment while at work. The Farmland Foods employees claim that due to the state and federal wage and hour rights, they should be awarded pay during their donning and doffing time. After all, it is specific time that they are putting in on the job. Sometimes, they have to clean their protective gear. And they obviously have to care for their uniforms to ensure that they look ok.
Job Description
The five workers that are involved in this lawsuit are not basic cashiers at a fast food restaurant. Instead, they are busy workers in a meat packing facility. Because of this, their uniform makes a big difference and is very important during their job. The employees all agree that cutting pay for the time they take off and put on their uniforms is unfair and simply uncalled for.
Other Lawsuits
Interestingly, this is not the only lawsuit of its kind. There are other lawsuits that are similar to this one and it has become more of an issue as worried employees begin to question their employer’s integrity when it comes to the paycheck.
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