The Seattle Office of Labor Standards (OLS) recently wrapped up an investigation involving an in-home childcare employer accused of wage theft. According to a report by Seattle’s Official News, the employer, who had a nanny on staff for almost a year, failed to pay the full severance outlined in the nanny’s employment contract upon her termination.
After the nanny voiced her right to the severance, the employer, whose name has not been disclosed, allegedly retaliated by withholding her pay. Yet the nanny who provided full-time care in the family’s home will see some justice, as the employer agreed to a financial settlement. They will pay out $5,316.00 in back wages, interest, and penalties, which includes a charge for the retaliation.
“I’m so thankful for the wage theft recovery from the Office of Labor Standards in Seattle. Thanks again to OLS and the whole team for bringing about lawful accountability. I appreciate the laws in place that protect both the employer and the employee,” the domestic worker told Seattle’s Official News…