Expense Reimbursement: What are Your Rights as an Employee?
Do you know your rights as an employee when it comes to expense reimbursement? Many jobs require employees to pay for work-related expenses out of pocket, such as travel, meals, equipment, or supplies. It's important to know when and how you're entitled to be compensated for these costs, and what… Read More
Are Mortgage Loan Officers Entitled to Overtime Pay?
Whether mortgage loan officers are entitled to overtime pay depends on various factors the most important of which is their specific job duties. Over the years, there have been many disputes and court cases regarding the classification of mortgage loan officers under the FLSA. However, most all mortgage loan officers… Read More
How to Deal with Wage Theft as a Tipped Employee
Wage theft as a tipped employee is a serious wage violation. In industries like restaurants, bars, and hospitality, tipped workers often rely on a combination of wages and tips to earn a living. If your employer is taking a portion of your tips, paying below the legal minimum wage, or… Read More
Do I Need Employment Records and Time Records to Bring an Unpaid Wages Claim?
Employment records and time records are very important when bringing an unpaid wages claim, though you do not need those records to bring a wage claim. These records can provide critical evidence to support your claim and make it easier to prove how much you are owed. Your attorney will… Read More
Are Automatic Meal Period Deductions Illegal?
Automatic meal period deductions are not illegal under federal law, but they can lead to wage violations if not properly managed. Navigating the complexities of wage law can be daunting. An employment attorney’s guidance and experience can help you work towards a wage claim resolution, ensuring you receive timely, complete… Read More
Can Employers Legally Round Employee Work Time?
Employers can legally round employee work time under certain conditions, but they must follow specific rules to ensure the practice is fair and compliant with federal and state wage law. Rowdy Meeks Legal Group LLC can assess your wage claim if your employer is rounding time illegally. What is Time… Read More
How to Report FLSA Violations Anonymously
If you believe your employer is violating the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) by not paying minimum wage, failing to provide overtime pay, or engaging in other wage-related violations, you may wonder if you can report these FLSA violations anonymously. The answer is no. Can You Report FLSA Violations Anonymously?… Read More
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