We are pleased to provide an important update in our case against Luck Grove Construction Inc. and Luck Grove Telecom Inc.
On March 18, 2026, a federal judge denied the defendants’ motion to dismiss, allowing the case to move forward on behalf of our client and other similarly situated workers.
The lawsuit alleges violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act and the New York Labor Law, including failure to pay proper overtime wages and unlawful deductions from workers’ paychecks. According to the complaint, employees regularly worked more than 40 hours per week but were not paid at the required overtime rate.
The plaintiff also alleges that the company made improper deductions for expenses such as fuel and other costs, further reducing workers’ wages.
In their motion, the defendants argued that certain claims should be dismissed and that Luck Grove Telecom Inc. was not the plaintiff’s employer. The Court rejected these arguments, finding that the complaint sufficiently alleged that both companies operated as a “single integrated enterprise.”
Specifically, the Court pointed to allegations that the companies shared management, employees, equipment, payroll systems, and human resources functions. The Court also noted that one entity had the authority to terminate the plaintiff, supporting the claim that both entities may be held responsible under wage and hour laws.
Importantly, the Court also rejected the defendants’ attempt to dismiss allegations made “on information and belief,” recognizing that many of these facts are within the employer’s control and can be further developed during discovery.
This decision is a significant step forward in the case. By denying the motion to dismiss, the Court has allowed the plaintiff’s claims to proceed, bringing the case closer to uncovering the full scope of the alleged wage violations.
If you worked for Luck Grove or a similar employer and believe you were not properly paid for all hours worked or overtime, you may have legal options. Contact our Fitapelli & Schaffer for a free consultation to learn more about your rights.