My employer is getting sued for violating the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) by not paying employees time and a half for overtime.

I'm afraid to join the suit because I fear retaliation (retaliation is prohibited by law but still).

Has anyone been in a similar situation?

This is a throw away account btw.

Edit- Y'all, thanks for all the replies. I'm going to contact the plaintiff's lawyers.

  • BreadandRoses76 [he/him,comrade/them]
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    4 years ago

    Only you can asses your situation and decide what your comfortable with, if you have people who depend on you or simply feel like your situation is too tenuous I don't think anyone would fault you for keeping your head down. But this is an opportunity to challenge corporate power, even if it feels small, every act that we take against the rich and powerful makes the world a slightly better place. Whatever you decide to do make sure that you have a plan to keep you and yours safe and secure, good luck comrade.