Can An Employer Legally Reduce Your Pay?
Can an employer legally reduce your pay? Sometimes, but not in every situation. A future pay cut may be allowed if it still complies with wage laws and any contract or agreement that protects your pay. But an employer generally should not cut your pay for hours you already worked,… Read More
How Much Can You Sue for Unpaid Wages?
The amount you can sue for unpaid wages depends on several factors, including the amount of wages owed, any penalties or damages provided by law, and whether attorney fees and other costs can be included. An experienced employment attorney like Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC can assess the strength of… Read More
Can You Be Paid Differently For The Same Job?
It is possible to be paid differently for the same job, but there are specific rules and protections that limit how and why these pay differences can legally occur. You should contact an employment lawyer if you feel your employer is violating any wage laws or you are not getting… Read More
Common Wage Violations in Nursing and Care Home Facilities
One of the most common wage violations in nursing and care home facilities is employers failing to pay employees for all hours worked. Wage violations are common in nursing and care home facilities due to the demanding nature of the job, understaffing, and confusion surrounding wage laws. You deserve all… Read More
Can My Employer Use Comp Time Instead of Overtime Pay?
In most cases, private employers cannot use comp time instead of overtime pay, for employees covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). Under the FLSA, non-exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay at a rate of 1.5 times their regular pay rate for all hours worked over 40 in… Read More
Federal Court Conditionally Certifies MLO and Processor OT Case Against DAS USA Mortgage
Case Description Three former DAS employees filed a lawsuit seeking to recover overtime pay for working in excess of 40 hours in a workweek. The lawsuit claims that Mortgage Loan Originators (“MLOs”) and loan processor employees (“Processors”) worked for DAS, which allegedly failed to accurately record and pay for all… Read More
5 Reasons Why Unpaid Wages Happen (and What to Do About It)
It’s frustrating that hard-working Americans have to wonder why unpaid wages happen. There are numerous ways that employers commit wage theft, either knowingly or unknowingly. Employees’ rights should be protected, and you deserve all the pay to which you are legally entitled. Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC prosecutes unpaid wages… Read More
How to Approach Your Employer About Unpaid Wages
Approaching your employer about unpaid wages can feel uncomfortable. It can be nerve-wracking, especially when you don’t know the consequences. However, you should consider addressing the situation professionally and directly if you feel comfortable doing so. An experienced employment attorney like Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC can assess the strength… Read More