NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge ruled on Tuesday that minor league players were hired throughout the year to work during training hours.
Therefore, major leagues have violated Arizona's minimum wage law and must pay triple compensation.
Federal District Judge Joseph Spero ruled that the Major League was fined $1,882,650 for failing to meet California's salary notice requirements in San Francisco.
On Tuesday night, Spero announced a 181-page ruling related to a lawsuit filed eight years ago.He decided that minor league players should pay for the time spent on California League away games and training in Arizona and Florida.
“These are not students enrolled in vocational schools with the understanding that they work for free and obtain a license as part of the practical training required for the competition,” - said Spero.
By denying the consent of many majors to the summary ruling, Spero allowed these claims to continue the process scheduled for June 1.
He spoke in favor of the players under Arizona law. Only the amount of compensation must be determined.
The Young Lawyer Steering Committee stated in a statement that “for decades, minor league players have worked long hours throughout the year in exchange for receiving poverty benefits.” “Being a professional baseball player requires hours of training, practice, and preparation throughout the year.
“I am very happy with today's decision. This is a big step in making Major League accountable for the age-old abuse of underage players.”
Major leagues did not immediately comment on this decision.
The lawsuit was filed by Aaron Sen, the first baseman and outfielder selected by the Florida Marlins in the 10th round of the 2009 draft; a senator who resigned in 2013.
Senne joined a team consisting of two retired players who were selected in the lower round, named Michael Liberto from Kansas City and Oliver Odle from San Francisco.
The plaintiff claims to have violated the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act and the state's minimum wage and overtime allowance requirements for working weeks ranging from 50 to 60 hours.
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