DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar Faces Class Action Wage and Hour Violation Allegations
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A new California class action lawsuit filed in San Diego County alleges that DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar violated California labor laws by denying employees their full wages, meal and rest breaks, and proper reimbursement for expenses. The case could impact numerous current and former workers at the hotel, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny of hospitality employers in California.
Case: Dylan Hobdy v. AHSC DTD LLC (aka DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar)
Court: San Diego County Superior Court
Case No.: 25CU033344C
The Plaintiff: Hobdy v. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar
The plaintiff, Dylan Hobdy, filed this lawsuit on behalf of himself and a proposed class of similarly situated current and former employees. Hobdy alleges that the hotel systematically denied workers their full wages and failed to provide legally mandated breaks under the California Labor Code.
The Defendant: Hobdy v. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar
The defendant, AHSC DTD LLC, operates the DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar. As the employer, the company is accused of violating multiple California Labor Codes, regarding:
minimum wages
overtime
itemized wage statements
meal and rest periods
timely payment of wages
reimbursement of expenses
A History of the Case: Hobdy v. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar
The September 2025 filing alleged that DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar employees were often required to work before and after their scheduled shifts without pay, and perform tasks during their unpaid meal breaks. Plaintiffs also alleged that the hotel failed to provide accurate wage statements, did not timely pay all wages owed, and ignored legal requirements to reimburse certain employee expenses.
The Main Question Being Considered: Hobdy v. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar
The central issue in this lawsuit is whether DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar violated California wage and hour laws when it allegedly required employees to work off the clock, denied proper meal and rest breaks, and failed to pay or reimburse employees for all work performed and expenses incurred.
Why This Case Matters: Hobdy v. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar
The Hobdy v. DoubleTree case spotlights the importance of strict compliance with California’s labor laws in the hospitality industry. The case demonstrates that workers deserve compensation for all the time they work, including even small amounts of time (such as minutes worked before or after shifts, or work performed during meal breaks). For employers, the case serves as a reminder that failure to comply with wage and hour regulations can result in costly class-action litigation.
FAQ: Hobdy v. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Del Mar
Q: What law governs meal and rest breaks in California?
A: According to California law, employees get a 30-minute unpaid meal break every 5 hours on the job and 10-minute paid rest breaks for every 4 hours worked.
Q: Can an employer require employees to work off-the-clock?
A: No. Any time an employee is under the employer’s control is compensable under California law, even if the employee is not actively performing job duties.
Q: Can employees recover damages in wage and hour class actions?
A: Employees may recover unpaid wages, penalties, interest, attorney’s fees, and in some cases, additional damages under the California Labor Code.
Q: Are there legal requirements for expense reimbursements in California?
A: California employers are required by law to reimburse employees for reasonable business expenses they incur as part of their job duties.
Q: What should workers do if they suspect wage and hour violations?
A: Employees should keep records of hours worked and consult with an experienced California employment attorney to review potential claims.
California Workers: Get to Know Your Employee Rights
The Hobdy lawsuit demonstrates that California workers have powerful legal protections against wage theft, denied breaks, and off-the-clock work.
If you believe your employer has violated your employee rights under the California Labor Code, the attorneys at Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik DeBlouw LLP can help. With offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Riverside, Sacramento, and Chicago, the firm is ready to assist workers in holding employers accountable.
