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Rancho Chico Pays $750K in Labor Back Pay | Spokane News
A Spokane restaurant group, Rancho Chico, faces a $750,000 settlement after federal investigators uncovered rampant labor violations—including unpaid minimum wage, skipped overtime, missing work records, and employing a minor in a dangerous role. The owners, Nolberto and Guillermina Rodriguez, are also accused of retaliating against whistleblowing employees. The agreement, signed April 10th, allocates $360,000 for back wages, another $360,000 in liquidated damages, and $30,000 to one employee targeted for speaking up—highlighting the critical need for businesses to uphold fair pay and safe…
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