Wed, Sep 18, 2024
Employees Allege Mass Layoffs Without Required Notice
Terminated employees have filed a class action lawsuit against Volato for alleged violations of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act. Submitted on September 12, the complaint accuses the fractional jet company of failing to provide 60 days’ notice before executing mass layoffs.
The class claimed that, towards the end of August, Volato fired over 233 of their employees without giving any warning. This is a clear breach of the WARN Act, which requires employers with over 100 employees to notify staff members at least 60 days before significant layoffs or plant closings.
The plaintiffs also argue that Volato's actions have deprived them of necessary compensation and benefits, causing significant financial damage.
“This case is about holding Volato accountable for the harm it has caused its employees,” commented Ryan Barack, a Board Certified Labor and Employment Attorney and lead counsel for the plaintiffs. “Employers are required by law to provide notice before significant layoffs, and Volato’s failure to comply with the WARN Act has had a devastating impact on its workforce.”
The layoffs come during a rough period for Volato. The company recently stooped to signing an aircraft management services agreement with a competitor, flyExclusive. This could also allow Volato to be purchased before the terms expire next year.
“This strategic move is expected to strengthen our position in the market and provide new opportunities for growth,” Volato’s termination letters stated. “However, as we transition through this period, it has become necessary to adjust our workforce to better align with our current and future operational needs.”
The plaintiffs are searching for class certification under Rule 23 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, allowing them to represent all employees affected. Additionally, they are requesting injunctive relief to ensure that Volato adheres to the WARN Act moving forward.
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