Chuy's

Chuy's is a restaurant chain specializing in Tex-Mex cuisine, offering a menu of family recipes from South Texas.

CCI Score

-41.50

0.02% April 18

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Chuy's labor violations and exploitation of workers

Chuy's was found to have violated federal labor laws by underpaying its workers, resulting in significant back wages, damages, and fines. This case reflects broader concerns regarding corporate neglect of fair labor practices, aligning with oppressive economic and management systems.

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Chuy's is currently rated as a Toadie.

-30 to -44 CCI Score

Companies scoring in this range actively seek to please authoritarian regimes. They offer proactive support and assistance in exchange for preferential treatment, compromising ethical standards for business gains and political favor.

Latest Events

JAN

27

2020

Chuy's labor violations and exploitation of workers
-41.50

Chuy's was found to have violated federal labor laws by underpaying its workers, resulting in significant back wages, damages, and fines. This case reflects broader concerns regarding corporate neglect of fair labor practices, aligning with oppressive economic and management systems.
-70

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 26

An investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor revealed that Chuy's failed to pay workers for all hours worked, violating the Fair Labor Standards Act. This breach of labor rights, including failure to pay overtime and minimum wage, shows disregard for worker welfare and contributes to systemic exploitation. Such labor practices are deeply troubling from a social justice perspective and reflect corporate complicity in oppressive economic structures.

Chuy's must pay workers $115K in back wages, damages