For posterity, with the case name and number…
Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc. v. Hewitt
No. 21-984
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Very important ruling for offshore workers. Will it result in tons of back pay for all the “overtime” we’ve done? No. Will companies adapt their pay structures going forward? Yes. No longer will day rate method apply to most positions. However, these labor laws are not applicable to mariners to my knowledge. Congrats to Mr. Hewitt and his team. Rumor is he was fired for questionable reasons after years of service.
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Why not?
Besides, day rates for 12 hour days violate 46 CFR anyway (except on vessels authorized to stand 12 hour watches) so that’s just waiting for a lawsuit.
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As I recall, Seamen are exempt employees under FLSA and similar state laws. So are most long haul truckers.
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