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$1,700,000.00 Settlement Misclassified Drug Representatives

National Pharmaceutical Company

Case Background:

Client Group: National Pharmaceutical Company
Legal Issue: Misclassified Pharmacy Representatives
Settlement Amount: $1,700,000.00

Kingsley Szamet Employment Lawyers are pleased to announce a significant legal victory involving a $1,700,000 settlement in a case against a major national Pharmaceutical Company. This case centered around the misclassification of pharmacy representatives, highlighting the importance of adhering to fair employment practices and accurate worker classifications in the pharmaceutical industry.

The Issue: Misclassified Drug Representatives

Many pharmacy representatives had been misclassified, which significantly changed their rights and benefits under the law. This misclassification affected their pay structure, overtime eligibility, and overall working conditions.

Kingsley Szamet Employment Lawyers' Legal Advocacy:

Kingsley Szamet Employment Lawyers took a stand to protect the rights of the affected drug representatives within the offending Pharmaceutical Company. The legal team conducted a comprehensive investigation into the company's practices, building a strong case to address the misclassification of drug representatives and seek justice for the affected workforce.

The Settlement:

Through diligent negotiations and dedicated advocacy, Kingsley Szamet Employment Lawyers secured a significant $1,700,000 settlement. This settlement serves as compensation to the drug representatives who were misclassified and deprived of their rightful benefits. It also sends a clear message to employers in the pharmaceutical industry and beyond that proper worker classification and fair employment practices are essential and must be upheld.

Conclusion:

The $1,700,000 settlement in the case against this national Pharmaceutical Company underscores the importance of adhering to fair employment practices and correctly classifying workers, especially in the pharmaceutical industry. Kingsley Szamet Employment Lawyers' commitment to justice sets a precedent, reminding employers that they must fulfill their obligations to their employees, adhere to labor regulations, and respect the rights of their workforce. This legal victory highlights the positive impact that dedicated legal professionals can have in safeguarding the rights and fair treatment of employees. For more information on this landmark case or to seek legal assistance from an employment lawyer, contact Kingsley Szamet Employment Lawyers.

Eric Kingsley

Eric Kingsley

Eric B. Kingsley is a founding partner at Kingsley Szamet Employment Lawyers in Los Angeles. A leading California employment attorney with nearly 30 years of experience, Eric and his firm have recovered more than $300 million in verdicts and settlements for workers. He has litigated over 150 class actions involving wage and hour violations, wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, and harassment. Eric holds an AV Preeminent rating, is a “Best in Law” Award winner, a Consumer Attorneys of California Presidential Award of Merit recipient, selected to Super Lawyers, and a frequent speaker on employment law issues.

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