Abrams v. United States

OPINION AND ORDER

HODGES, Judge.

Plaintiffs are healthcare personnel who receive premium pay for working nights, weekends, and holidays. Defendant has not paid plaintiffs such premiums when they have taken annual leave or sick leave. Plaintiffs move to certify a class of workers whom the Government has denied premium pay in such circumstances. We must deny certification because plaintiffs do not meet the requirements of Rule 23 or related case law in this court.

DISCUSSION

I

Plaintiffs are registered nurses, nurse anesthetists, licensed practical or vocational nurses, physician assistants, dental…