Yes, a salaried employee may be entitled to overtime pay for working more than a 40 hour work week. Companies often tell workers making a salary that they have to work overtime hours but are not entitled to such benefits because they are not an hourly paid worker. However, this may be in violation of […]
“Off the clock” work pay laws can get very complicated. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), employers are required to pay non-exempt employees at least the minimum wage for hours worked overtime. When companies require or permit its employees to work “off-the-clock,” they violate the FLSA because the hourly rate, when divided by the […]
No, an employer may not require you to work “off the clock” to avoid paying overtime wages. If you employer is doing this they are violating the Fair Labor Standards Act and it may give rise to an unpaid overtime lawsuit against your employer. To determine if you are eligible to file a wage claim, […]
Yes, a work from home employee may be able to receive overtime pay for more than a 40 hour work week. If you believe you have been wrongfully denied wage benefits from your employer because you work from home you need to consult with an experienced unpaid overtime pay lawsuit about your legal rights. According […]
Yes, you may be entitled to overtime pay if you work at home. Under the FLSA employers generally have to pay employees for hours they work, whether at home or at the employer’s office. The employer is required to pay at least the minimum wage for all hours worked and 1.5 times the regular rate […]
Yes, your employer may have to pay you overtime for community service work hours. Many employers do not pay wages for these extra hours, which may be a violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Generally, a for profit company will be scrutinized more for FLSA volunteer violations than a nonprofit. However there are […]