1. McLaughlin et al. v. Kindig-It Design, Inc.: This ongoing class action lawsuit involves program managers and therapists alleging Kindig-It misclassified them as exempt from overtime, resulting in denied compensation. Plaintiffs seek back pay, liquidated damages, and injunctive relief to ensure future compliance with overtime laws.
2. United States ex rel. Carson v. Kindig-It Design, Inc.: This earlier case established the “first-to-file rule” for whistleblower claims alleging Kindig-It and partner facilities defrauded government funding programs. While not directly relevant to the current lawsuit, it set legal precedent for future claims based on similar allegations.
3. Kindig-It Design, Inc. v. Creative Controls, Inc.: This 2014 lawsuit involved Kindig-It accusing Creative Controls of infringing on its copyrights and patents related to car customization designs. The outcome of this case is not readily available through public records.
| Complete Date | Case | Citation | Court | Short Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing | McLaughlin et al. v. Kindig-It Design, Inc. | – | Eastern District of Pennsylvania | Program managers and therapists allege denied overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act. |
| 2017-10-12 | United States ex rel. Carson v. Kindig-It Design, Inc. | No. 2:15-cv-05708 (E.D. Pa.) | Eastern District of Pennsylvania | Established the “first-to-file rule” for whistleblower claims based on similar allegations against Kindig-It and partner facilities. |
| 2014-09-16 | Kindig-It Design, Inc. v. Creative Controls, Inc. | No. 2:14-cv-00867 (D. Utah) | District of Utah | Kindig-It claims Creative Controls infringed on its copyrights and patents. |
Important Note: This information is based on publicly available court records and may not be complete or accurate. For legal advice, please consult with an attorney.
