That sum was then counted toward any overtime hours worked, a standard practice at the time that was consistent with federal law.
AdvertisementFurthermore, Moreno argued that Adem had never worked any overtime hours and that his dealerships' work culture was more generous than his nearby competitors'.
Moreno, who also ran in the 2022 Senate election in Ohio, had dropped out of the race the previous month.
The judge later ordered Moreno to pay out a total of $416,160, including compensation for the overtime hours worked, damages, and legal fees, in November.
AdvertisementOne lawsuit had been withdrawn, while the judge dismissed the other case after the salesperson failed to appear for a hearing.
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