Wage Theft Allegations Against Pittsburgh-area Residential Homes Operator
Allegations and Investigation
The operator of 140 residential homes across western Pennsylvania is accused of shortchanging employees more than $163,000. The U.S. Department of Labor announced that an investigation by the Wage and Hour Division revealed that Passavant Memorial Homes failed to include non-discretionary bonuses when calculating overtime wage rates for over 500 employees.
Secured Back Wages
The Department of Labor has successfully secured more than $163,000 in back wages for the affected employees as well as an equal amount in damages. This incident raises serious concerns about wage practices within the residential home sector.
Implications for the Industry
- Potential for increased scrutiny from labor regulators
- Need for compliance with wage and hour laws
- Wider implications for employee rights and protections
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