The better question, when is a wage claim not worth pursuing? Wage theft is illegal but also, rather commonplace throughout the United States. You are entitled to the wages for all the time you work. (more…) Read More
The law requires your employer to pay you overtime for all hours you work over 40 hours per week unless the law specifically says your job is not entitled to overtime. This means that employers must pay most all employees overtime compensation. (more…) Read More
Trying to get wages that are owed to you from your employer can be overwhelming. If you have run out of options and are unclear where you should turn, you should contact an employment lawyer to help you. You need to look around to find an experienced employee attorney who… Read More
It is illegal for your employer to not pay you wages for all hours you have worked. However, your employer may refuse to pay you for all of your work time. Your employer may still refuse to pay you even if you file a complaint with your employer or the… Read More
Your employer violates the law if your employer requires you to work without recording your work time. Being asked to work off the clock means work that the employer does not pay you for because your time is not recorded in the company’s timekeeping system. You are entitled to pay… Read More
Most people seek the help and guidance of an employment lawyer when they have concerns about actions taken by their employer. These include several wide-reaching issues including nonpayment of wages including overtime, inequitable salaries, termination, discriminatory comments, demotion, harassment – and the list goes on. (more…) Read More
Chances are, you have heard about a “hostile work environment”; however, do you really understand what this means? Some believe this only refers to a mean boss. But your boss will not just create a hostile work environment by yelling often or being angry all the time. If the boss… Read More
You should consider hiring an experienced employment lawyer if your employer offers you a severance agreement in exchange for you leaving your job and waiving all legal claims you have against your employer. Severance packages are often tedious and long, and you are not alone if you are unsure if… Read More