Coker et al. v. Live Oak Environmental, LLC
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Collective Action Settlement
Important Dates
- Settlement Opt-In Deadline: November 4, 2024
- Estimated Settlement Check Mailing Date: December 4, 2024
- Settlement Check Cashing Deadline: 60 days from check issuance date
What is this lawsuit about?
This lawsuit alleges that Live Oak Environmental, LLC's ("Live Oak") policy of automatically deducting 30-minute meal breaks from Drivers and Helpers' time resulted in unpaid overtime wages in violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Live Oak denies any liability and maintains that it has acted in accordance with governing laws at all times. The parties have agreed to settle to avoid the costs and uncertainty of litigation.
Who is eligible to participate?
You may be eligible if you:
- Worked for Live Oak and/or Live Oak's predecessor entity—Ameri-Tex Services, Inc. as a Driver or Helper at any time from July 15, 2021 through June 13, 2024, and were subject to an automatic meal period deduction; or
- Previously filed a consent to join this Lawsuit; or
- Worked for a former Piney Woods location from May 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023.
How do I participate in the settlement?
To participate and receive a settlement payment, you must complete and return the following forms by November 4, 2024:
- Consent to Join FLSA Settlement Form
- W-9 Form
How much will I receive?
Settlement payments are calculated based on the number of weeks worked during the relevant time period and your work location. Your estimated payment amount can be found in the personalized notice you received.
What rights am I giving up?
By participating in the settlement, you agree to release Live Oak and related parties from all claims related to failure to pay wages or overtime compensation, including claims under the FLSA and various other legal theories, through the date the Court enters the Order of Approval.
Do I have to pay any attorney's fees or costs?
No. Collective Counsel's fees and costs will be paid out of the Total Settlement Amount.
Where can I get more information?
For more information or questions about the settlement, contact the Settlement Administrator:
ILYM Group, Inc.
P.O. Box 2031
Tustin, CA 92781
Phone: (888) 250-6810
Email: claims@ILYMgroup.com
Collective Counsel Contact Information
If you need legal advice, you may contact Collective Counsel:
Clif Alexander
Carter T. Hastings
Anderson Alexander, PLLC
101 N. Shoreline Blvd., Ste. 610
Corpus Christi, Texas 78401
Phone: (361) 452-1279
Email: team@a2xlaw.com
PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE COURT OR THE JUDGE WITH ANY INQUIRIES.