Wage Theft and Overtime Violations
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Due to the complexity of federal and state wage laws, we recommend that any employee with a potential claim for unpaid wages contact an experienced wage and hour lawyer or unpaid wages attorney. An attorney who specializes in wage theft and overtime violations can help you understand your rights under the FLSA and applicable state […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
Employees who are on call may be entitled to compensation for their time depending on multiple factors. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, key considerations include whether the employer requires the employee to remain on the job site, the frequency with which the employee is interrupted by work, and whether the employee can use […]
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While public sector employers may be permitted to offer employees comp time (i.e., paid time off) in lieu of overtime pay, this is not legal for private sector employers under the FLSA and the laws of many states. Private companies cannot avoid their responsibility to pay overtime wages by substituting paid time off in a […]
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“Donning and doffing” time refers to the time employees spend putting on and taking off protective clothing and equipment required for their jobs. Under the FLSA and many state wage laws, employees who are required to wear protective gear to perform their work are generally entitled to compensation for donning and doffing time. This applies […]
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In most instances, employees must be paid for all of the time that they work, including hours worked outside of their scheduled shifts. Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the laws of many states, if an employer fails to compensate workers for all of their hours, including off-the-clock work performed before or […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
For unpaid wages claims, you need an employment lawyer, specifically a wage andhour attorney. These attorneys have great knowledge and experience in Fair LaborStandards Act (FLSA) violations, overtime disputes, minimum wage cases, and wagetheft. According to the Department of Labor, employers illegally withhold an estimated$50 billion annually from workers. Other FAQs
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