Carey International, Inc. v. Ksikes

Fabricant, Judith, J.

INTRODUCTION

This action seeks judicial review of an arbitrator’s partial award certifying a class for the purpose of arbitration of claims of violation of the Massachusetts Wage Act, G.L.c. 149, §148B. Before the Court is the defendants’ motion to dismiss or, alternatively, to confirm the award. For the reasons that will be explained, the Court will confirm the award.

BACKGROUND

The plaintiffs (respondents in the arbitration) operate businesses providing luxury transportation services. The defendants (claimants in the arbitration) are limousine drivers. The parties entered…