THOMAS v. HEMPT BROS.

No. 410.

345 U.S. 19 (1953)

THOMAS v. HEMPT BROTHERS.

Supreme Court of United States.

Decided March 9, 1953.


Attorney(s) appearing for the Case

Henry C. Kessler, Jr. argued the cause for petitioner. With him on the brief was Richard W. Galiher.

James H. Booser argued the cause for respondent. With him on the brief were Sterling G. McNees and Robert L. Myers, Jr.


MR. JUSTICE BLACK delivered the opinion of the Court.

The petitioner Thomas sued the respondent Hempt Brothers in a Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas to recover overtime wages, liquidated damages, and counsel fees under the provisions of §§ 6, 7 and 16 (b) of the Fair Labor Standards Act.* The complaint alleged these facts: Hempt Brothers operate a stone quarry in Pennsylvania, use the...

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