EZ Health IQ, Inc. d/b/a American Work Health and Life Wage Investigation
A federal collective action has been filed against American Work Health and Life, Inc. d/b/a EZ Health IQ, Inc., and its owner, Jubran Abdulaziz, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The lawsuit alleges that insurance sales representatives were misclassified as independent contractors and denied overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. The Court has not made any findings. This page provides information for workers who may wish to join the collective action.
Who We Want to Hear From
We are speaking with:
- Sales representatives or call center sales agents
- Workers classified as independent contractors
- Individuals paid a flat weekly amount plus commissions
- Current or former workers in Broward County, Florida within the last three years
Location Under Review
American Work Health and Life, Inc.
d/b/a EZ Health IQ, Inc.
2201 Prospect Rd., Suite 100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Your Rights Under the Law
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, most workers who are employees must be paid overtime at one and one-half times their regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
Calling a worker an “independent contractor” does not automatically make it lawful. Courts look at the economic reality of the relationship, including who controls the schedule, how the work is performed, and whether the work is integral to the business.
The collective action alleges that sales representatives were classified as independent contractors, paid flat weekly amounts plus commissions, and not paid overtime despite working fixed full-time schedules.
The lawsuit also includes allegations that earned commissions were not fully paid.
This case has been filed as a collective action under 29 U.S.C. § 216(b). Workers must affirmatively opt in to participate. You are not automatically included.
If you worked at EZ Health IQ or American Work Health and Life in Fort Lauderdale, were classified as an independent contractor, and worked more than 40 hours in a week without overtime pay, you may be eligible to join this collective action.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has a collective action been filed?
Yes. A collective action was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida alleging unpaid overtime and misclassification violations. The case is ongoing, and no findings have been made.
Who may be eligible to join?
Individuals who worked as sales representatives or call center agents, were classified as independent contractors, and worked more than 40 hours in one or more workweeks without receiving overtime pay may be eligible.
Do I have to opt in?
Yes. Under federal law, you must file a written consent to join a collective action. You are not automatically part of the case.
What if I was paid commissions?
Being paid commissions does not eliminate the right to overtime if you were legally an employee. The lawsuit also includes claims related to unpaid earned commissions.
Can I participate if I no longer work there?
Yes. Former workers may still be eligible, if they were employed within the last three years.
About USA Employment Lawyers
At USA Employment Lawyers, we focus exclusively on wage and hour violations. We represent employees and misclassified workers in federal collective actions involving unpaid overtime, independent contractor misclassification, off-the-books pay practices, and unpaid commissions.
All case evaluations are free and confidential, with no cost or obligation.
If you worked at EZ Health IQ in Fort Lauderdale, were treated as an independent contractor, and worked more than 40 hours without overtime pay, sign up for a free, confidential evaluation to see if you can join the collective action.
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