David X. Sullivan, Thomas J. Finn, and Gregory A. Hall from the law firm McCarter & English have officially entered their appearances on behalf of Sunrun Installation Services in a civil rights lawsuit. This case was initiated on September 4 in the Connecticut District Court by attorney Robert M. Berke, representing former employee George Edward Steins. The lawsuit stems from Steins’ arrest and subsequent charges related to his employment as a home improvement salesperson without proper registration.
The crux of the complaint alleges that Sunrun failed to properly notify the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection regarding the end of Steins’ employment in 2017. This oversight allegedly resulted in Steins facing charges, which he asserts would not have occurred had Sunrun communicated this information. Notably, the charges were dismissed in May 2024. The case has been assigned to U.S. District Judge Jeffrey A. Meyer and is logged under the reference number 3:24-cv-01423, under the title Steins v. Sunrun, Inc. et al.
Overall, this lawsuit highlights essential workplace and regulatory communication issues that can have significant legal repercussions for both employees and employers. As this case unfolds, it serves as a reminder for companies to maintain accurate records and timely reporting to avoid similar situations in the future. With the support of their legal team, Sunrun will respond to these allegations, and the outcome could potentially impact practices surrounding employee notification and compliance in the industry.
In a broader context, the resolution of this case may lead to improved standards and protections for workers, reinforcing the importance of corporate accountability.