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Mexican engineers recruited to work for Kia and Hyundai in Georgia have won an $11.5 million class action settlement after alleging they were misled about their job duties.

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About this settlement

Allegations of recruitment under false pretenses and labor violations against Mexican engineers working for Kia and Hyundai in Georgia.

A federal judge has approved an $11.5 million class action settlement for Mexican engineers who claimed they were recruited under false pretenses to work for Hyundai Mobis, Kia Georgia, SPJ Connect, and Allswell in Georgia. The engineers, who held TN visas, alleged they were promised technical positions but were instead put to work on the factory floor and threatened with deportation if they complained. The settlement covers over 600 workers.

Who qualifies

  • Mexican engineers and technical professionals with TN visas.
  • Those recruited to work for Hyundai Mobis, Kia Georgia, SPJ Connect, or Allswell in Georgia.
  • Individuals who were allegedly misled about their job responsibilities and placed on the factory floor.
  • Over 600 workers are covered by the settlement.

Compensation pending

Claim deadline: Pending court decision

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