Attorneys David X. Sullivan, Thomas J. Finn, and Gregory A. Hall from the law firm McCarter & English have officially represented Sunrun Installation Services in an ongoing civil rights lawsuit. This case was initiated on September 4 in the Connecticut District Court, with attorney Robert M. Berke representing former employee George Edward Steins. Steins was previously arrested and faced charges for employing an unregistered home improvement salesperson.
The lawsuit claims that Sunrun failed to notify the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection when Steins’ employment ended in 2017, resulting in him retaining the home improvement contractor license associated with the company. The lawsuit contends that had Sunrun acted timely to report the employment status change, the subsequent charges against Steins would not have arisen. These charges were eventually dismissed in May 2024.
The matter has been assigned to U.S. District Judge Jeffrey A. Meyer and is documented under case number 3:24-cv-01423, titled Steins v. Sunrun, Inc. et al.
This case highlights the vital importance of communication between employers and regulatory bodies regarding employee status and its legal implications. It serves as a reminder for companies to maintain clear policies and procedures to safeguard against potential legal issues that can arise from employment changes.
Overall, this legal matter provides a juncture for both Sunrun and other employers to reassess their internal compliance processes, fostering better communication and accountability to prevent similar situations in the future.