As an employee, you may be able to obtain legal fees as part of an unpaid wages settlement. Whether legal fees are included in the settlement depends on the settlement terms or the court’s decision.
Employees sometimes hesitate to pursue an unpaid wage claim because of legal costs. However, it doesn’t cost you anything to file a claim. At Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC, we offer free case evaluations and work on a contingency basis. That means we don’t get paid unless you do.
Unpaid Wages Settlement and the FLSA
The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) generally requires employers must pay employees the wages owed to them for all work done.
The FLSA also provides that employees who successfully pursue their wage claims are entitled to recover reasonable legal fees and costs from the employer in addition to any unpaid wages. The court decides what constitutes “reasonable” legal fees and expenses.
Most states also have wage laws which govern the payment of wages to employees, and establish certain rights and responsibilities related to wage payments. Like the FLSA, most state laws provide that employees are entitled to recover their legal fees if they prevail in an unpaid wage case or settle the case.
Navigating state and federal law in an unpaid wage case can be daunting. Hiring an experienced employment attorney like Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC can make the process easier.
Unpaid Wages Settlement Outcomes
If you and your employer reach a settlement agreement regarding unpaid wages, then the settlement will include a provision for payment of legal fees. In many cases, settlement agreements specify the total amount an employer must pay to resolve the dispute, including unpaid wages and any attorney’s fees and costs incurred by the employee. Negotiating the inclusion of legal fees in the settlement can be an essential aspect of the resolution process; all settlement include attorney fees and expenses payments. Employees do not pay out of pocket for legal fees or expenses.
If the court decides the outcome of your unpaid wage lawsuit, your employer could have to pay reasonable legal fees. The fee amount employers have to pay includes factors such as the complexity of the case, the skill and experience of the attorney, the amount of time spent on the case, and prevailing local rates for similar legal services.
Working With Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC
If you have an unpaid wage claim to pursue, you might already be financially stretched. The thought of adding legal fees to your already strained budget might feel like an insurmountable challenge. But Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC offers free case evaluations. We will assess the strength of your case and give you guidance on the next steps.
Our firm also works on a contingency basis. That means we take a percentage of any settlement or court judgment to cover our fees and costs. We front all expenses and don’t get paid until you do. Courts often award attorney’s fees and costs to successful unpaid wage case employees.
Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC: We Fight For Employee Pay Rights
If you’re considering pursuing a claim for unpaid wages, it’s advisable to seek legal representation from an experienced employment law attorney.
An attorney can help you understand your rights, evaluate the strength of your case, negotiate a settlement on your behalf, and ensure that any settlement agreement compensates you for your unpaid wages and legal expenses.
Contacting an attorney with experience in unpaid wage law will help increase your chances of successfully resolving your case. Contact Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC today to find out how we can assist you in your unpaid wages case.