Unpaid Overtime
Overtime is sometimes a required part of a job. Because it places extra demands on an employee’s time, the law requires that most employees be paid extra for working extra hours. The usual pay rate for overtime is “time and a half.” This means that most workers should make 50% more than their usual hourly rate for each hour of overtime. Unfortunately, many employers disregard overtime laws. This robs employees of their just compensation.
If you have not been paid for mandatory overtime work, you may have a case against your employer for wage theft. Contact the federal employment lawyers of the Vaughn Law Firm to learn more about your legal options. Call us today at 877-615-9495.
Who Qualifies for Overtime?
Most workers qualify for overtime pay. However, there are certain exceptions. Your qualification for overtime pay depends on the nature of your job, and whether or not you are listed as being exempt from overtime pay. In most cases, if your employer requires you to work overtime, you should receive overtime pay at the standard overtime rate. This applies whether you are a:
- Manager
- Part-time employee
- Full-time employee
- Temp worker
- Salaried worker
- Hourly worker
Many employers unwittingly break the law by incorrectly classifying certain employees as exempt from overtime pay laws. Others intentionally disregard the law and commit a form of wage theft by withholding overtime pay. In either case, if you suspect foul play by your employer, you may wish to contact an employment attorney to review your case.
Contact Us
At the Vaughn Law Firm, we are committed to fighting for employees’ rights. We may be able to help you get the pay you deserve. To find out if we can help, call our federal overtime pay lawyers at 877-615-9495.
