Southwest Airlines is facing a class action lawsuit in New York seeking $100 million in damages, filed on January 2, 2025. The lawsuit alleges that the airline violated New York state labor law by paying its baggage handlers bi-weekly instead of weekly.
New York labor law mandates that manual workers, such as baggage handlers, must be paid once a week. The plaintiffs claim that Southwest's bi-weekly payment schedule constitutes a violation of this regulation.
This lawsuit represents a significant legal challenge for Southwest, with a substantial financial claim that could impact the company's operations and financial performance if the allegations are proven true.
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