Casey Walker has taken a bold step in seeking justice against a prominent insurance company for alleged labor violations. On January 13, 2025, Casey Walker filed a complaint in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, against Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) and its subsidiaries. The lawsuit accuses the defendants of numerous violations under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), claiming that they failed to adhere to California's strict labor laws.
Walker, represented by Wilshire Law Firm attorneys John G. Yslas and Fawn F. Bekam, alleges that GEICO engaged in practices that denied employees their rightful wages and benefits. According to the complaint, Walker worked as an hourly-paid, non-exempt employee from February 2017 to February 2024. During this time, Walker claims GEICO failed to pay for all hours worked, including minimum wage and overtime. The complaint also highlights GEICO's failure to provide legally mandated meal and rest periods and accuses them of not maintaining accurate records or timely paying final wages upon termination.
The case further outlines how these practices are not isolated incidents but rather systemic issues affecting many employees across California. "All California employees during the relevant period who are or were harmed by Defendants’ illegal practices are 'Aggrieved Employees,'" states the complaint. It argues that these actions violate several sections of the California Labor Code designed to protect workers' rights.
In terms of relief, Walker is not seeking general damages but instead focuses on civil penalties under PAGA for these statutory violations. The plaintiff seeks penalties on behalf of themselves and other aggrieved employees as well as injunctive relief to prevent future violations by GEICO. The lawsuit demands that GEICO be held accountable for its willful disregard of labor laws and requests an award covering attorney fees and costs incurred during litigation.
This case underscores the importance of compliance with labor regulations and serves as a reminder that companies must uphold fair employment practices or face legal consequences. As it progresses through the court system, it may set precedents for how similar cases are handled in California.
Representing Casey Walker is Wilshire Law Firm with attorneys John G. Yslas and Fawn F. Bekam leading the charge in this significant legal battle against Government Employees Insurance Company et al., Case No.: 25CV456433, overseen by Judge J. Nguyen.