Tyson Foods Agrees to Settle FLSA Lawsuit
On June 3, 2010, the Department of Labor announced that Tyson Foods has agreed to pay employees for donning and doffing protective wear as well as time spent washing and sanitizing themselves and their gear. Tyson Foods also agreed to compensate employees for the time spent walking and waiting that occurs throughout the workday. In addition, Tyson Foods will pay $500,000 in overtime back wages to 3,000 employees at its Blountsville, Alabama plant.
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