Overtime Compensation FAQs for Employees
Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC would like to address the most common questions we receive regarding overtime compensation. We find that many American employees do not know the full extent of their rights in the workplace. This would include everything from discrimination practices to hiring/firing procedures, but here we’d like… Read More
Illegal Actions Employers May Take Against You
We want you to be aware of the many illegal actions employers may take against you. Employment payroll is complex so mistakes are common, but employers should correct payroll mistakes quickly if they are unintentional. However, there are also many unlawful tricks employers may use to deprive you of earned… Read More
How Employers May Take Advantage of Salaried Employees
Being paid a salary does not automatically mean your employer can deny overtime, make improper deductions, or treat you as exempt from wage protections. Some salaried employees are exempt from overtime. Many are not. The answer usually depends on what you actually do, how you are paid, whether your employer… Read More
When is it Time to Hire an Attorney for Unpaid Wages?
It’s important to have a good idea when you, as an employee, should contact an attorney regarding unpaid wages. You don’t have to remain idle while your bills go unpaid because your employer refuses to pay you the wages you legally earned. Let’s discuss some advantages of hiring an employment… Read More
How Can You Prove Your Employer Owes You Unpaid Overtime Wages?
Unpaid overtime wages violate the law in America, and you shouldn’t tolerate an employer who deprives you of the money you earned. Of course, in a court of law, the burden of proof is on the accuser, which means you’ll have to build a case carefully before filing a wage… Read More
What Should You Do When You are Not Being Paid the Wages You are Legally Entitled To?
You should take action when your employer is not paying you the wages you have legally earned. The law mandates that employers pay all wages due to employees; employers act illegally when they take steps that result in unpaid wages. Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC wants to show you what… Read More
How You Can Collect Your Unpaid Overtime Wages
Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC wants to empower you with the necessary information to collect your unpaid overtime wages. All hourly workers, that are non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), must receive overtime pay according to the law. If you’re missing sizable chunks of your paycheck, please continue… Read More
What is Severance Pay and How Does it Work?
So, what is severance pay? Severance pay refers to the compensation an employee (typically an executive) receives upon departure from the company. Employees receive severance pay in one of two ways: An employment contract that requires severance pay A company policy of paying severance pay. Let’s discuss how severance pay… Read More