DMV Protection
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If you worked at DMV Protection, DC MD VA Protection, Washington DC Security Service, Virginia Security Service, or Maryland Security Service at any time during the past three years, worked for more than 40 hours in a workweek, and did not receive compensation at the rate of time and one-half for all hours worked over 40, you may be eligible to join this case to recover back wages and liquidated damages. Examples of the position that were paid under this scheme include Unarmed and Armed Security Guards.
To request to join this federal case, you must fill out and sign a Consent to Sue form and return it to Getman, Sweeney & Dunn, PLLC by fax, email or mail.
The Consent to Sue form may be submitted electronically online through this website. We will file it with the Court on your behalf.
About This Case
The Named Plaintiff is a former unarmed security guard and brings this case against DMV Protection and its affiliates (hereinafter “DMV Protection) and Jovan Vladic (together “Defendants”). The lawsuit alleges that DMV Protection violated the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) by failing to pay Named Plaintiff and other security guards overtime wages. It also alleges that DMV Protection violated wage payment laws of Virginia and Maryland by putting in place several policies where guards’ time was forfeited (late arrival, early departure, and failure to submit Daily Activity Reports). Additionally, it alleges that DMV Protection violated Virginia state law by misclassifying workers as independent contractors. We filed this case in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. DMV Protection paid the Named Plaintiff and other security guards an hourly rate. The Named Plaintiff and the other security guards regularly worked in excess of 40 hours per week. This case seeks to compel DMV Protection to pay Named Plaintiff, other security guards, and other similarly situated employees the unpaid wages, an additional and equal amount as liquidated damages, and any other statutorily provided damages.
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Status Reports
Answers to common questions - Posted August 8, 2025
Which employees can be part of this lawsuit?
All current or former workers employed by DMV Protection LLC, DC MD VA Security, Maryland Security Service, Virginia Security Service, or Washington DC Security Service, at any time during the last three years, worked more than 40 hours in a workweek, and did not receive compensation at the rate of time and one-half for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek can ask to join this case by filling out and signing a Consent to Sue form and returning it to Getman, Sweeney, & Dunn, PLLC. Positions within the putative class include Unarmed and Armed Security Guards. If you have any questions about whether you are eligible to join this lawsuit, please email DMVOvertime@getmansweeney.com.
Which claims are covered in this case?
The lawsuit covers claims for unpaid overtime wage under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) as well as state law claims under D.C., Maryland, and Virginia laws. The specific violations claimed are that DMV Protection misclassified employees as independent contractors, failed to pay their employees proper overtime, and improperly withheld workers’ wages under several policies (late arrival, early departure, and failure to submit Daily Activity Reports).
What damages are sought?
Damages sought under the FLSA include back overtime pay, an equal amount of liquidated damages, attorneys’ fees, and any costs of litigating the case.
Damages sought under state law include back overtime pay, unpaid waged, an equal amount of liquidated damages, damages for misclassification under Virginia state law, and attorneys’ fees and costs.
How far back do the claims go?
Generally, under the FLSA, you are entitled to make claims for the period extending back three years from the date your Consent to Sue form is filed with the Court. This two- or three- year period is called the “statute of limitations.” DMV Protection will be entitled to argue that its violations were not willful and that its claims should be limited to only a two-year period preceding the filing of your Consent to Sue. If you have any questions about whether you are still entitled to make claims against DMV Protection, please email DMVOvertime@getmansweeney.com.
How do I join the case?
To bring claims under the FLSA for back overtime wages and an equal amount of liquidated damages in this action, you must affirmatively join the case. To request to join this federal case, you must fill out and sign a Consent to Sue form or print it out and return it to Getman, Sweeney, & Dunn, PLLC by fax, email, or mail.
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Can I wait to file my Consent to Sue form?
You are not part of the FLSA case until your Consent to Sue Form is filed. If you delay in filing the Consent to Sue Form, part or all of your claim may be barred by the statute of limitations.
Do I have to pay to join the case?
No. The attorneys are handling this case on a contingent basis and will only be paid if Plaintiffs recover through a settlement or final judgment. Under the FLSA, if Plaintiffs recover back wages, DMV Protection must pay the Plaintiffs’ costs and attorneys’ fees.
Can DMV Protection fire me or take action against me for joining the case?
The law prohibits retaliation for joining an overtime lawsuit or talking to other co-workers about joining the case. If any employee suffers retaliation, DMV Protection would be liable for additional monetary damages and may suffer criminal penalties. Notify us immediately if you hear of any threats of retaliation or if you think any retaliation occurred. Retaliation is extremely rare in overtime cases because an employer can suffer such serious penalties.
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