In a significant legal development, a former employee has filed a lawsuit against their previous employer, accusing them of multiple labor law violations. The complaint was lodged by Nurer Bilash on April 8, 2025, in the Superior Court of California for the County of Ventura against Simi CDJR, a California corporation. This case could have wide-reaching implications for both the company and its current and former employees.
Nurer Bilash alleges that Simi CDJR failed to comply with several provisions of the California Labor Code, particularly under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). According to the complaint, Bilash claims that Simi CDJR did not pay for all hours worked, including minimum wage and overtime. Furthermore, they allegedly failed to provide legally mandated meal and rest periods. The plaintiff argues that these actions are part of a broader pattern of unlawful conduct by Simi CDJR. "Defendants’ violations were willful and deliberate," states the complaint, highlighting that these practices have affected numerous aggrieved employees who worked as hourly-paid or non-exempt staff during the relevant period.
The complaint details various alleged infractions by Simi CDJR. It accuses the company of failing to maintain accurate records of hours worked and meal periods taken or missed by employees. Moreover, it is claimed that Simi CDJR did not furnish accurate wage statements or indemnify employees for necessary expenditures incurred during their employment. These actions are said to violate specific sections of the California Labor Code and Industrial Welfare Commission Orders.
Bilash seeks civil penalties on behalf of themselves and other aggrieved employees under PAGA provisions. They are also requesting declaratory relief from the court to adjudge that Simi CDJR violated state labor laws. Additionally, they seek an award for reasonable attorneys' fees and costs incurred during this legal action.
Representing Nurer Bilash in this case is Wilshire Law Firm with attorneys John G. Yslas, Eugene Zinovyev, John Brown, and Gabriella Solé leading the charge. The case has been assigned Case No.: 20250 JOEO04177 26 in Ventura Superior Court.