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Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Traffic Management, LLC

On February 13, 2026, the employment law firm Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP in San Francisco initiated a significant class action lawsuit against Traffic Management, LLC, in Alameda County Superior Court. This lawsuit alleges numerous violations of the California Labor Code, primarily surrounding issues of unpaid wages, missed meal breaks, and rest periods that should have been provided to employees.

Claims Made in the Lawsuit

According to the complaint, the lawsuit contends that Traffic Management, LLC not only failed to meet the legal requirements regarding meal and rest periods but also neglected to pay minimum and overtime wages adequately. The specific violations noted in the lawsuit reference various sections of the California Labor Code including:

• - Failure to pay minimum wages
• - Inability to provide legally mandated meal and rest breaks
• - Not supplying accurate itemized wage statements
• - Failure to reimburse necessary expenses

The core of the complaint revolves around the claim that the employees, referred to as Plaintiffs in the legal documentation, were often expected to perform work duties while clocked out—particularly during what should have been their off-duty meal breaks.
This practice of requiring employees to work without pay raises serious concerns about the employer's adherence to labor laws. Furthermore, the lawsuit alleges that employees were frequently deprived of essential rest periods—a legal requirement—during their shifts that ranged from two to ten hours.

Background of Employment Law in California

California's labor laws are incredibly robust, designed to protect the rights of employees and ensure fair treatment in the workplace. Laws such as those within the California Labor Code Sections 201 to 203 and various Wage Orders articulate clear regulations on how often and when employees are entitled to meal and rest periods.

For instance, employees who work a shift longer than five hours are entitled to at least a 30-minute meal period, and those working over four hours must receive a ten-minute rest period for every four hours worked, or major fraction thereof. The allegations that Traffic Management, LLC has routinely violated these established regulations raises serious questions regarding employee treatment at the company and could lead to significant legal and financial repercussions.

What This Means for Affected Employees

The implications of this lawsuit could be substantial for current and former employees of Traffic Management, LLC. If the court finds in favor of the Plaintiffs, the company could be ordered to pay back wages for meals and breaks not provided, as well as potential penalties for the violations of labor laws.

This lawsuit represents a critical step in holding companies accountable for their treatment of employees, especially in industries where workers are often required to be on-call or on duty without appropriate compensation.

Next Steps for Affected Employees

Employees who believe they have suffered due to the alleged practices of Traffic Management, LLC are encouraged to reach out to Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP for legal consultation. The firm specializes in employment law and aims to assist individuals in navigating these complex issues.

For further inquiries, concerned employees can contact the firm at (800) 568-8020 to learn more about their legal rights and protections under California law.

The outcomes of this case not only have the potential to impact individuals but could also set a precedent for how labor laws are enforced within California and beyond, reinforcing the importance of compliance among employers in respecting workers' rights.