June 09, 2026
A Fourth Circuit opinion that a worker couldn't appeal a decertification of two classes and a collective in his wage and hour suit because he settled his individual claims highlights the importance of keeping a party of interest during litigation, attorneys said.
June 02, 2026
The Fourth Circuit dismissed a former auto parts worker's appeal of an order decertifying wage and hour classes and a collective action, finding Tuesday he lost standing when he voluntarily settled his individual claims.