Wage and hour claims can be brought to court under PAGA.
Discrimination and harassment cases may go to court if the arbitration agreement is found invalid.
Sexual harassment/assault claims cannot be forced into arbitration.
Public injunctive relief claims can be brought in court.

If an arbitration agreement prevents employees from collective action (like class actions), it may violate the NLRA and be unenforceable.

In California, even if an employee has signed a mandatory arbitration agreement, there are certain legal claims that can still be brought in court: Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) Claims, Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Claims, Claims for Public Injunctive Relief, (NLRA) Protections

High Turnover and Lack of Support: There are mentions of high management turnover, leading to inconsistent support and communication. One review noted constant changes in contacts due to frequent departures, affecting stability and support.

Payroll and Contract Issues: Employees have reported problems with payroll, including late payments and unauthorized deductions. A Reddit user shared experiences of unfulfilled promises, aggressive responses when concerns were raised, and disorganized operations leading to late checks.

Work Environment Concerns: Some reviews describe a toxic work environment, with reports of bullying and unprofessional conduct by supervisors. An employee highlighted issues with a Business Development Manager known for temper tantrums and demeaning behavior.

Onboarding and Training Challenges: There are complaints about inadequate training and preparation for assignments. One employee noted being assigned to locations without prior information or proper introduction, leading to confusion upon arrival.

Management and Communication Issues: Some employees report unprofessional behavior and poor communication from management. For instance, a review mentions being let go from an assignment without warning, based on unverified claims, and feeling unable to defend oneself due to dismissive management.

These instances highlight some of the legal challenges faced by Maxim Healthcare Services/Amergis Healthcare Staffing, including wage and hour disputes, employment discrimination claims, data security issues, and immigration-related violations.

The Justice Department secured a settlement with Maxim in 2024 to resolve allegations of immigration-related discrimination at its Gardena, California, office. The company was accused of discriminating against a non-U.S. citizen during the employment verification process.

faced multiple lawsuits related to wage and hour violations. For instance, in 2014, the company settled a class-action lawsuit for $1.575 million on behalf of over 500 Homecare Recruiters who alleged various state law claims and overtime violations under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act.

charged w/conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud & agreed to pay approximately $150 million to resolve criminal and civil charges. The company was accused of submitting over $61 million in fraudulent billings to government healthcare programs for services not rendered or otherwise not reimbursable.

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Other violations include employment screening issues ($1.2 million), employment discrimination ($310,000), and labor relations violations.