Federal lawsuit names Coachella Valley surgeon in wage and retaliation case tied to NKY investment firm
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) A federal complaint filed in Atlanta and reviewed by KESQ News Channel 3, names Coachella Valley thoracic surgeon Dr. Daniel P. Logsdon as a defendant alongside Reston Legacy Capital, LLC, Reston Equity Group, LLC, and co-founder Kyle Motycka.
The lawsuit, brought by Dr. Aaron Funk, alleges minimum wage and overtime violations under the Fair Labor Standards Act, retaliation, breach of contract, fraud, and related claims. It was filed September 22 in the Northern District of Georgia.
The complaint describes Dr. Funk as an executive hired in 2023 to raise capital and develop investor relations for Reston. It alleges Funk was not paid for multiple pay periods, was denied agreed reimbursements including graduate school costs, and was later terminated after he complained to the U.S. Department of Labor.
The filing also alleges Motycka and Logsdon acknowledged outstanding amounts and discussed a repayment plan before Funk’s termination. (Allegations in a complaint are claims by one party, not findings of fact.)
The case follows an investigative report by Cincinatti local news station WCPO, into companies acquired by Reston in Northern Kentucky, which reported more than 20 lawsuits alleging unpaid bills and unfinished work. In the story, Logsdon is identified as a Reston co-founder.
Here at home, Logsdon is listed by Eisenhower Health as a thoracic surgeon at the Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic in Rancho Mirage. He also serves as Treasurer, Zone 3 on the Desert Healthcare District & Foundation board.
News Channel Three has reached out to Dr. Logsdon's Office, Desert Healthcare District & Foundation, Eisenhower Health, and the legal counsel for Dr. Funk.
In a statement provided to KESQ News Channel 3, Dr. Logsdon says he's not involved in the day to day operations of the company, and his role is limited to that of an investor.
"I am not involved in the management or day-to-day operations of Reston Equity Group, Reston Legacy Capital, or any related entity. My role has always been limited to that of an investor and minority owner. From time to time, I have provided general business input or guidance when asked, but I have never been responsible for, or participated in, operational, financial, or employment decisions for the company.
Any suggestion that I oversee or direct Reston’s business activities is inaccurate. My professional focus and full-time work remain with my medical practice in California, and I have no involvement in the company’s internal management or personnel matters.
As there is pending litigation, it would be inappropriate for me to comment further on that matter." - sent via text from Dr. Logsdon
Dr. Logsdon also tells News Channel 3, his legal counsel will be sending us an additional statement clarifying any misconceptions on the case.
This story will be updated with further information as it becomes available.
