Former worker resolves lawsuit against Yeezy for being fired unfairly in a settlement.

Maya Stewart said she worked 50-80 hours/week without overtime pay in her lawsuit against Yeezy.

February 7th 2024.

Former worker resolves lawsuit against Yeezy for being fired unfairly in a settlement.
Great news for Ye, formerly known as Kanye West! According to Radar Online, the lawsuit that was filed against the renowned fashion designer and his company, Yeezy, has been resolved. The lawsuit was brought by former employee Maya Stewart, who claimed she was wrongfully terminated after raising concerns about work conditions. The Gap was also named in the lawsuit.

Recent court documents revealed that Stewart and her former employers participated in mediation on January 19. Thanks to the mediator's suggestion, an agreement has been reached and the parties are currently finalizing a settlement agreement. With this settlement in place, Stewart has expressed her intention to dismiss the lawsuit soon.

Stewart was hired as an accessories developer in January of last year. In her lawsuit, she claimed to have worked between 50 and 80 hours per week without receiving overtime pay. She also alleged that the company violated meal and rest break laws in the spring of 2021. After voicing her concerns to various executives, she claimed to have had her pay reduced from $60 to $50 per hour.

In addition, Stewart stated that during her final week, she was required to work 21 hours per day. As a result of her termination, she sought unspecified damages for the emotional toll it took on her.

In response to the lawsuit, The Gap denied all allegations of wrongdoing and requested that Yeezy take sole responsibility for any potential damages awarded to Stewart. However, Yeezy's representatives maintained that all actions taken against Stewart were justified and asked for the claims to be dismissed.

According to a Yeezy attorney, "Defendants did not authorize, direct, or ratify any alleged wrongful conduct." They argued that their actions were taken in good faith for legitimate business purposes. Additionally, Yeezy has requested that Stewart cover their legal fees.

In other news, a former Seattle police officer who was fired after punching a woman is also suing for wrongful termination. This serves as a reminder of the importance of fair and just treatment in the workplace. We hope that this settlement brings closure for both parties involved. Stay tuned for updates.

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