Implications of Signing a Settlement Agreement for Unpaid Wages
A settlement agreement for unpaid wages can help you recover money owed by an employer. However, it is a legally binding contract, and you should consult an experienced employment attorney to ensure that you are receiving all the wages promised to you before you sign the agreement. At Rowdy Meeks… Read More
Independent Contractor Not Paid? Your Wage Claim Rights and Next Steps
If you worked as an independent contractor and have not been paid, the first question is not only whether an invoice is overdue. The bigger question may be whether the company treated you like a true independent business or controlled your work like an employee. Independent contractors often have contract… Read More
What To Do If Your Employer Claims Financial Inability To Pay Wages?
You are entitled to the legal pay you earned even if your employer claims financial inability to pay wages. Filing an unpaid wage claim may seem like a waste of time. But prompt action gives you the best chance of getting paid what you deserve. Consulting with an experienced employment… Read More
Can I Obtain Legal Fees as Part of My Unpaid Wages Settlement?
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… Read More
What Will Happen After I Sue My Employer For Unpaid Wages?
"I'm nervous to sue my employer for unpaid wages." At Rowdy Meek Legal Group LLC, we often hear from employees who are concerned by the task of suing for unpaid wages. It can be nerve-wracking going up against your employer, especially when you don't know the consequences. However, an experienced… Read More
Can I Recover Unpaid Wages For Work Done Off The Clock?
Off-the-clock work is still work, and you may be entitled to recover unpaid wages for work performed outside of the official work hours. Your employer can't ask you to work off the clock and not record your hours. This is a common wage violation we see at Rowdy Meeks Legal… Read More
Can An Employer Withhold Wages As A Form Of Discipline?
An employer can't withhold wages as a form of discipline. Withheld wages are just one of the wage and hour violations we see at Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC. You work hard and deserve to be paid accordingly. Unfair and illegal wage violations leave you vulnerable and stressed as you… Read More
Is There A Statute Of Limitations On Unpaid Wages?
A statute of limitations on unpaid wages specifies the time limit within which an employee can file a claim to recover unpaid wages. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA"), the federal law governing wage and hour standards, the statute of limitations for unpaid minimum wages, overtime wages, and other… Read More