Case Background

Joel Caballero worked for The Ensign Group, Inc., Claremont Foothills Health Associates LLC, and Christopher Christensen from 2006 to December 4, 2018. He assisted patients and collaborated with staff in his role. Caballero later filed a class action on behalf of himself and similarly situated employees, alleging violations of the California Labor Code.

Cause

Caballero claimed the defendants failed to comply with wage and hour laws. He alleged they did not pay overtime and minimum wages as required. Overtime was sometimes paid at the regular rate instead of the lawful rate. The company did not provide timely meal breaks or required rest periods. Wage statements allegedly contained inaccurate information on gross wages, total hours, and hourly rates. The defendants also failed to reimburse employees for uniforms and separate laundering costs.

Injury

Caballero and other employees allegedly lost wages due to underpayment and missed break premiums. They experienced financial harm from delayed final paychecks and unreimbursed work expenses