California Wingstop Wage and Hour Class Action
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Workers in California continue to bring wage and hour claims against employers who fail to meet the state’s strict labor standards. One recent case highlights the impact on service industry employees when businesses fail to comply with wage laws.
Case: Jamal Shabazz v. Mann & Company, Inc. (Wingstop)
Court: Butte County Superior Court
Case No.: 22CV02669
The Plaintiff: Jamal Shabazz v. Mann & Company, Inc. (Wingstop)
As a former Wingstop employee, Jamal Shabazz filed the lawsuit on behalf of himself and similarly situated workers. He alleges the company failed to pay wages properly and follow California’s labor code requirements.
The Defendant: Jamal Shabazz v. Mann & Company, Inc. (Wingstop)
The defendant, Mann & Company, Inc., operates Wingstop franchise locations in California. As the employer, the defendant was responsible for ensuring Wingstop policies and procedures complied with wage and hour laws, including overtime, minimum wage, and break requirements.
A History of the Case: Jamal Shabazz v. Mann & Company, Inc. (Wingstop)
The complaint alleges that Mann & Company violated California’s labor code in multiple ways. Claims include unpaid minimum wages, unpaid overtime, failure to provide required meal periods and rest breaks, and inaccurate wage statements. Shabazz filed on behalf of a proposed class of Wingstop employees in California, seeking back pay, statutory penalties, and other damages. The case remains pending in Butte County Superior Court.
The Main Question Being Considered: Jamal Shabazz v. Mann & Company, Inc. (Wingstop)
Did Wingstop’s practices deny employees legally required wages, breaks, and accurate wage statements under California labor law?
Why This Case Matters: Shabazz v. Mann & Company, Inc. (Wingstop)
Shabazz v. Mann & Company, Inc. (Wingstop) is a good example of how California wage and hour violations impact workers in the hospitality and restaurant industries. Employers of all sizes (even smaller franchise employers) are required to be aware of and comply with labor law standards. Workers denied breaks, overtime, or accurate pay stubs may be entitled to significant recovery through class action litigation.
FAQ: Jamal Shabazz v. Mann & Company, Inc. (Wingstop)
Q: What is this case about?
A: The case alleges that Wingstop violated California labor laws by failing to pay wages properly and provide meal and rest breaks.
Q: What court is handling the case?
A: The case is pending in Butte County Superior Court.
Q: Who filed the wage and hour class action?
A: Jamal Shabazz is the plaintiff in the case. A former Wingstop employee, he filed on behalf of himself and other affected workers.
Q: What violations are alleged?
A: Claims include unpaid minimum wages, unpaid overtime, missed meal periods or rest breaks, and inaccurate wage statements.
Q: Why is this case important for California's workforce?
A: This wage and hour case underscores that all employers, no matter how large or small, are required to comply with California’s strict wage and hour protections.
Take Action to Protect Your Rights as a California Worker
If you believe your employer failed to pay proper wages, denied you meal or rest breaks, or issued inaccurate wage statements, you may have legal claims under California labor law. The attorneys at Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik DeBlouw LLP have decades of experience representing employees in wage and hour class actions. Contact our offices in Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, Riverside, or Chicago to discuss your case.
