Blue Corn Harvest Bar & Grill
Plaintiff, Kristan Solanas, has filed a lawsuit under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), a federal law that requires employers to pay employees at least the minimum wage of $7.25 per hour for all hours worked. The case involves Blue Corn Harvest Bar and Grill, which operates multiple restaurant locations in Central Texas.
The restaurant paid its servers a base wage of $2.13 per hour by claiming a tip credit, a practice that is legal only if certain requirements are met. However, according to the complaint, Blue Corn Harvest retained a portion of the servers tips. Because of these actions, the tip credit was invalid, and the restaurant was obligated to pay servers the full minimum wage.
The claimant alleges that she and other servers should have been paid at least $7.25 per hour for all hours worked and that no portion of their tips should have been retained by management. They are seeking compensation for unpaid minimum wages, reimbursement of unlawfully retained tips, double damages (also known as liquidated damages), and attorney’s fees and costs.
The lawsuit applies to all individuals who worked as servers at any Blue Corn Harvest location during the past three years and were paid below the minimum wage of $7.25 per hour.
Am I eligible?
You may be eligible if you worked as a server at any Blue Corn Harvest location within the past three years. Reach out to case manager Carina Hopkins at (512) 379-5981 or [email protected] to find out for sure.
Which locations are included?
This case includes all Blue Corn Harvest Bar and Grill locations. If you were a server within the last 3 years, paid less than $7.25/hour, and required to share tips, you may be included.
How do I make a claim?
To join the case and make a claim, you need to sign a consent form.
What timeframe does this matter cover?
There is a statute of limitations which allows workers to recover unpaid wages within specific time periods. Under federal law, the statute of limitation is two to three years back from when we file your Consent form. If you were employed by Blue Corn Harvest at any time within the past three years, you may have a claim.
Do I have to pay anything?
No. This case is handled on a contingency fee basis, which means the attorneys are only paid if there is a recovery, and their fees come out of the settlement—not from you directly.
How do I prove if I worked overtime?
You do not need to have records yourself. The law requires the employer to keep those records. The legal team will request them from Blue Corn Harvest. If you do have documents (pay stubs, schedules, etc.), please hold onto them, but not having them won’t prevent you from joining.
Can I be retaliated against for making this claim?
No. It is illegal for Blue Corn Harvest to retaliate against you for joining this case. If you experience any retaliation, contact Carina Hopkins at (512) 872-3448 immediately.
How long will this take?
Depending on the complexity of the case, similar cases can take anywhere from one to three years, depending on the court schedule and how the company responds.
Is there money available now?
No. This case is ongoing, and no money is available at this stage. Joining the case gives you the opportunity to receive compensation if a settlement or judgment is reached.
How can I help?
Tell your coworkers—past or present. If they were also servers, they may be entitled to money too. If you know any server interested in making a demand, they should contact the case agent, Carina Hopkins at (512) 872-3448 or [email protected] to sign up. They can also complete our online Consent Form and we will be in touch.
I have additional questions.
Feel free to reach out to Carina Hopkins at (512) 872-3448 or [email protected] with any other questions.
Case Updates
May 27, 2025
Servers Launch Demands from Blue Corn Harvest Bar & Grill
Plaintiff, Kristan Solanas, has filed a lawsuit under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), a federal law that requires employers to pay employees at least the minimum wage of $7.25 per hour for all hours worked. The case involves Blue Corn Harvest Bar and Grill, which operates multiple restaurant locations in Central Texas.
The restaurant paid its servers a base wage of $2.13 per hour by claiming a tip credit, a practice that is legal only if certain requirements are met. However, according to the complaint, Blue Corn Harvest retained a portion of the servers tips. Because of these actions, the tip credit was invalid, and the restaurant was obligated to pay servers the full minimum wage.
The claimant alleges that she and other servers should have been paid at least $7.25 per hour for all hours worked and that no portion of their tips should have been retained by management. They are seeking compensation for unpaid minimum wages, reimbursement of unlawfully retained tips, double damages (also known as liquidated damages), and attorney’s fees and costs.
The lawsuit applies to all individuals who worked as servers at any Blue Corn Harvest location during the past three years and were paid below the minimum wage of $7.25 per hour.
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