As lawyers for the workers, we make sure that employers pay you for the long hours you put in and give you the wages you are owed.
Healthcare Worker Unpaid Wages: Know Your Rights
Are You a Healthcare Worker Owed Unpaid Wages?
Healthcare professionals work tirelessly to care for others, yet many are denied the wages they rightfully earned. Whether you are a nurse, physician assistant, technician, or support staff, you may be entitled to back wages if your employer has failed to pay you properly for all hours worked.
At Josephson Dunlap, we fight for healthcare workers who have been denied fair wages. Many medical professionals face unpaid overtime, wage theft, misclassification, and off-the-clock work. If your employer has failed to properly compensate you, you may have a legal claim.
We have helped over 100,000 workers recover hundreds of millions of dollars in back wages and overtime. Our firm is 100% dedicated to wage and hour cases, and we have the experience and resources to stand up against hospitals, clinics, and healthcare employers who violate labor laws.
Take the first step today. Contact us for a free case review and let’s fight for the wages you deserve.
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Many healthcare workers experience wage theft without even realizing it. Common violations include:
- 🚨 Unpaid Overtime: Not receiving time-and-a-half pay for working more than 40 hours per week
- 🚨 Misclassification: Being wrongly labeled as an "exempt" employee or independent contractor to avoid overtime pay
- 🚨 Off-the-Clock Work: Performing duties before or after your shift without being paid
- 🚨 Interrupted Meal and Rest Breaks: Not being compensated when required to work during breaks
- 🚨 Shift Differential Pay Violations: Not receiving proper pay for night, weekend, or holiday shifts
- 🚨 Underreported Hours: Being required to clock out early or adjust timesheets
Did your employer commit any of these wage violations? If so, you may be entitled to compensation.
Who is Affected?
Wage violations can happen to any healthcare worker, including:
- ✔ Nurses (RNs, LPNs, CNAs)
- ✔ Physician Assistants (PAs) & Medical Technicians
- ✔ Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) & Paramedics
- ✔ Lab Technicians & Radiologic Technologists
- ✔ Home Health Aides & Caregivers
- ✔ Medical Assistants & Administrative Staff
How Healthcare Employers Avoid Paying Workers Fairly
Hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other medical facilities often use tactics to avoid paying workers fairly. These include:
- ⚠️ Requiring overtime without proper pay
- ⚠️ Forcing workers to stay past their shift without compensation
- ⚠️ Improperly classifying employees as exempt to deny overtime
- ⚠️ Deducting breaks even when workers remain on duty
- ⚠️ Failing to include shift differentials in overtime calculations
How Healthcare Employers Avoid Paying Workers Fairly
If you suspect your employer has underpaid you, take these steps:
1️⃣ Gather Documentation
Keep records of pay stubs, timesheets, schedules, and any communications related to your hours and wages.
2️⃣ Speak to Your Employer
Ask about the missing pay in writing. Many employers correct mistakes when confronted with evidence.
3️⃣ File a Wage Claim
If your employer refuses to pay, you may file a claim with your state’s labor department or the U.S. Department of Labor.
4️⃣ Contact a Wage & Hour Attorney
For maximum compensation, work with an experienced healthcare wage attorney who understands wage theft in the medical field.
How Josephson Dunlap Can Help
At Josephson Dunlap, we specialize in wage and hour claims for healthcare workers. Our attorneys have successfully helped thousands of workers recover millions in back wages.
- ✅ We handle cases nationwide
- ✅ We don’t get paid unless you win
- ✅ We have a proven record of success
Take the first step today. Contact us for a free case review and let’s get you the wages you deserve.
MICHAEL JOSEPHSON
ANDREW DUNLAP
LINDSAY ITKIN
RICHARD SCHREIBER
CARL FITZ
DAVID MATHEWS
OLIVIA BEALE
ALYSSA WHITE
WILL HOGG
JULIA CLINE
TAYLOR JONES
Cory Stott
SCOTT STOTTLEMYRE
What Evidence Is Needed to Prove a Healthcare Worker Unpaid Wage Claim?
Hospitals, clinics, and healthcare employers often push back against unpaid wage claims. They may argue that you are exempt from overtime, misclassify your employment status, or deny that you worked off the clock. Many healthcare workers face unpaid overtime, shift differential violations, and forced off-the-clock work—all of which are illegal.
If your employer has denied you fair wages, you need a strong legal team on your side. At Josephson Dunlap, we fight for healthcare professionals who have been underpaid, ensuring they receive the compensation they rightfully earned. Our mission is simple: hold employers accountable and help workers recover their lost wages.
Protect your rights—don’t let your employer take advantage of you. Contact us today for a free case review.
If you would like to speak to a member of our team about your legal rights and options, please call (888) 992-2990 or reach us online.
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