FAQ: Trident Transport Overtime Lawsuit for Logistics Employees
Summary
What is this lawsuit about?
The lawsuit alleges that Trident Transport misclassified logistics employees as exempt from overtime pay and failed to pay them overtime premiums when they worked over 40 hours in a workweek.
Who is affected by this lawsuit?
Account Managers, Sales Managers, Business Development Representatives, Carrier Sales Representatives, and Capacity Sales Representatives employed by Trident Transport anywhere in the United States within the past three years may be affected.
When was this lawsuit filed?
The lawsuit was filed on September 12, 2025, and the press release was issued on October 06, 2025.
What compensation is being sought in this case?
The lawsuit seeks unpaid overtime backpay and double damages for affected workers under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act.
Why are these employees claiming they’re owed overtime?
According to the attorneys, these logistics employees worked long and varied hours to meet customer needs but were misclassified as exempt from overtime pay requirements.
Who is representing the employees in this case?
The plaintiffs are represented by attorneys Michele R. Fisher and Alexandra M. Robinson of Nichols Kaster, PLLP, which has offices in Minneapolis, Minnesota and San Francisco, California.
Where is this case being heard?
The case is titled Dennis v. Trident Transport LLC, Case No. 1:25-cv-00297, and is filed in the Eastern District of Tennessee.
How can affected workers get more information or make a claim?
Workers can visit www.nka.com/tridentcase, email case clerk Theo Hoyer at [email protected], or call Nichols Kaster toll free at (877) 448-0492.
What type of legal action is this?
This is a collective action lawsuit filed under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act, which allows multiple similarly situated employees to join together in seeking unpaid wages.
What is Trident Transport’s business?
Trident Transport, LLC is a logistics company that provides brokerage and freight services across the United States.
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