What are the allegations in the Action?
The Action was originally filed in the Superior Court of California for the County of Sonoma on August 12, 2004. The plaintiffs have alleged a variety of claims, including failure to pay all wages due, commission errors, unlawful deductions, breach of contract, fraud, negligent misrepresentation, untimely termination pay, failure to pay for off-the-clock work, and missed meal/rest periods. Plaintiffs contend that they and others are owed wages, damages, and penalties under California law. Sears has denied these claims and contends that it has properly compensated its associates as required by California law.
