Attorneys David X. Sullivan, Thomas J. Finn, and Gregory A. Hall from McCarter & English have officially taken on the representation of Sunrun Installation Services in a civil rights lawsuit that is currently in progress. The lawsuit was initiated on September 4 in the Connecticut District Court by attorney Robert M. Berke, representing former employee George Edward Steins. Steins was arrested and charged with the illegal employment of an unregistered home improvement salesperson.
The crux of the complaint suggests that Sunrun failed to notify the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection regarding the end of Steins’ employment in 2017, which also included the termination of his home improvement contractor license. The lawsuit asserts that proper notification could have prevented drug-related charges against Steins, which were ultimately dismissed in May 2024.
The case is under the purview of U.S. District Judge Jeffrey A. Meyer and is identified as case number 3:24-cv-01423, titled Steins v. Sunrun, Inc. et al.
This development underscores the complexities surrounding employment law and the implications of proper communication between employers and regulatory bodies. As the case progresses, it may shed light on how companies navigate their responsibilities and the protective measures in place for employees. There is hope that a resolution to this case could potentially improve processes and communications within organizations, ensuring employees are safeguarded from similar legal predicaments in the future.
In summary, a civil rights lawsuit against Sunrun Installation Services regarding a former employee’s arrest is progressing, highlighting critical issues of employer communication with regulatory agencies.