Date of publication: February 10, 2009
Source: Suburban Journals (St. Louis Metro Area)
Author: Eric Becker
Fifteen workers at manufacturing facilities in Puerto Rico are suing Weldon Spring-based Propper International, the largest manufacturer of uniforms for the U.S. military, alleging labor law violations.
The workers are suing for damages of $225,000 related to unpaid work.
The case alleges that the company, which operates eight plants in Puerto Rico, did not grant legally required paid sick days and vacation days and that some vacation days were paid at the federal minimum wage rather than workers' regular wages...