Wage and Hour Lawyers
You have the right to be compensated for your job.
The law may provide you the right to sue for damages if your employer improperly withheld you pay. Unfortunately, not all employers are decent or just; many of them commit wage theft. This covers underpayment of wages as well as purposeful misclassification of you as a management in order to avoid paying overtime.
Wage and hour disputes can be challenging to judge quickly since they frequently depend on the “details” of the case. Please contact our staff by dialling . We put you in touch with one of the skilled attorneys in our network right away for a free consultation and case assessment.
The Fair Labor Standards Act: What Is It?
When it comes to difficulties with wages and hours, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) enforces a number of regulations. These regulations set a federal standard, although states may impose stricter regulations in accordance with their own regulatory practises.
For instance, while the federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, your city’s minimum pay could be as high as $15.
You may be entitled to considerable damages in the form of salary compensation if your employer violates the local minimum wage law (and if the employer was particularly egregious or malicious in violating the law, then bonus punitive damages may also be available).
The FLSA also lays forth regulations for things like meal and rest breaks, guidelines for overtime pay, and more. Employers can be sued for compensatory damages if they disobey any of these rules.
Common Wage And Hour Issues
Employees have a right to compensation for the hours they put in at work, yet there are far too many instances of big and small businesses withholding the salaries that their workers have earned.
A wage and hour attorney can assist clients in obtaining compensation for problems related to wage theft that include:
- Overtime without pay
- Expired wages
- unpaid bonuses or commissions
- incorrect meal and rest/break times
- unauthorised wage deductions
- misclassification of employees (exempt or non-exempt)
- Issues pertaining to retaliation
- not paying the minimum wage
- even more
The rules and processes involved in each of these situations varies, and the nature of the claim may change depending on the particular facts of your case.
For instance, if you learn that your employer withheld money as “punishment” for some legitimate behaviour, your claim for unpaid wages may change into one for retaliation (i.e., such as pursuing a discrimination complaint against your employer).
Wage and hour claims may appear simple at first, but they can turn into complex, intricate fights. As a result, it’s crucial to speak with a lawyer for a thorough case examination and additional advice on how to continue.
Why Getting Legal Counsel Is a Good Idea
A crucial step in successfully pursuing compensation for your wage and hour claims is hiring a wage and hour lawyer.
Although many claimants think their case is “little” enough for them to handle alone, the reality is that:
Regulations governing wage and hour disputes can be complicated, and those without legal training may find it difficult to recover damages due to intricate procedural issues (such as statute of limitations deadlines) and the hostile and combative nature of employers who violate fundamental wage and hour laws.
Even courts advise claimants to retain formal legal counsel. After you hire a lawyer, they will advocate for you in a variety of ways:
- collecting and maintaining proof
- Finding credible witnesses
- starting the conversation with the employer
- creating a persuasive legal case for yourself
- presenting a legal argument (if necessary)
Additionally, your lawyer won’t get paid until after you’ve been awarded compensation. A contingency fee arrangement is what this is. They have an incentive to work tirelessly on your behalf in order to maximise the possible compensation in addition to securing recompense in an effective manner.
What a win-win situation!
Contact A Skilled Wage and Hour Attorney Today
Disputes involving employment can be difficult, even if your case first appears to be straightforward. The possibility of an employer withholding payments, neglecting to compensate you for overtime, or engaging in other improper behaviour makes wage and hour disputes quite common (such as failing to provide adequate meal breaks). You might be able to file a claim and get compensation in certain circumstances.
These instances can seem to be straightforward. We’re prepared to assist. The money you deserve will be obtained via the arduous efforts of our attorneys.
We have a network of attorneys at that can assist you in handling a wage and hour dispute. After reviewing your wage and hour case, our agents will put you in touch with a lawyer who will help you through the litigation process. Don’t wait; consultations are confidential and free.
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If you’ve suffered losses due to another’s fault, then the law may entitle you to sue the responsible parties and recover damages as compensation. As the case develops, however, you may find that it is more complex — and more challenging — than you initially thought..
If you’ve suffered losses due to another’s fault, then the law may entitle you to sue the responsible parties and recover damages as compensation. As the case develops, however, you may find that it is more complex — and more challenging — than you initially thought.