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Our unpaid overtime lawyers and unpaid wages attorneys will fight for every dollar you are owed.
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Nationwide Unpaid Wage and Overtime Lawyers
Our unpaid wages attorneys focus on helping workers recover the wages they are owed. When an employer fails to pay you for all the hours you have worked, they may be violating federal wage laws. As unpaid overtime lawyers, we have helped more than 100,000 workers across all 50 states recover hundreds of millions of dollars in unpaid wages. A free consultation can help you determine whether you may have a case.
At Josephson Dunlap, we understand the challenges of pursuing an unpaid wage claim and are committed to providing the guidance and advocacy you need. For a free, no-obligation consultation, call (888) 992-2990 or contact us online. Se habla español.
Can You Sue for Unpaid Wages?
Not being paid the wages you are owed can leave any hardworking employee feeling frustrated and undervalued. When an employer fails to pay the wages you have earned, you may be wondering what legal options are available to you.
The answer is yes. You have the right to pursue the wages you are owed through legal action.
The process can be complex, especially when employment laws and regulations come into play. An unpaid wage lawyer can help you understand your rights, determine the appropriate steps to take, and pursue the compensation you are owed. An attorney from Josephson Dunlap can guide you through the process and help protect your interests along the way.
IT MAY BE WORTH LOOKING MORE CLOSELY AT YOUR HOURS AND PAY
The Fair Labor Standards Act requires employers to pay all non-exempt employees who work over 40 hours a week overtime.
Our team can help you understand the facts and review the information that may make the difference if you have a case!
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Whatever You Are Paid. However You Are Paid.
No matter how you're classified or paid, wage and hour laws may entitle you to more than you're currently receiving. Find your worker type below to see how.
Hourly Workers
Hourly workers are often not paid for all of the overtime that they work. Many of the basic rights required by law are denied to hourly workers, and therefore, their overtime pay is denied as well. This can include rights related to breaks, minimum wage, working off the clock, vacation and time off, illegal wage deductions, and inaccurate wage statements. Each time your rights are denied, it can add up to substantial overtime in back wages that your employer is required to pay you.
Learn MoreSalaried Workers
Just because you are paid a salary, it does not automatically mean you are exempt from overtime pay. Many salaried employees are misclassified and are legally entitled to overtime once their job duties and pay are properly evaluated. If you're salaried and regularly work more than 40 hours a week, you may be owed back pay. Click below to find out.
Learn MoreDay Rate Workers
Workers paid a flat day rate, regardless of how many hours they work in a day are common in oilfield, construction, and similar industries. These workers are frequently owed overtime on top of their day rate. Employers often misapply day-rate pay rules, leaving workers without the overtime premium they're legally owed for hours worked beyond 40 in a week. We have extensive experience representing these kinds of workers!
Learn MoreIndependent Contractors
Being labeled an "independent contractor" by your employer or in a contract doesn't settle the question under wage and hour law. Many workers are misclassified and should legally be treated as employees. This means entitled to overtime, minimum wage, and other protections regardless of the title on their paperwork. You could be missing out on these and many other important benefits, even things like healthcare. Find out if you're classified correctly and what you can do to protect yourself.
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Wage and Hour Claims
Workers can lose wages through inaccurate timekeeping, improper classifications, unlawful deductions, and other pay practices. Learn more about several issues we regularly investigate.
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Our attorneys are committed to helping workers understand their rights and pursue the wages they may be owed.
Know Your Rights At Work
Wage-and-hour laws protect your right to be paid correctly for the work you perform. Depending on where you work and how you are paid, these protections may cover minimum wage, overtime, tips, paycheck deductions, meal and rest breaks, and retaliation. Understanding the basics can help you recognize when something may be wrong with your pay.
Employers generally must pay covered employees for all compensable work. Illegal tip pooling, off-the-clock work, improper deductions, or pay below the applicable minimum wage may leave workers with unpaid wages. Salaried employees may also qualify for overtime because a salary or job title alone does not determine whether an employee is exempt.
Workers are generally protected from retaliation when they ask about their pay, report suspected wage violations, or exercise protected rights. The laws that apply depend on factors such as location, job duties, employer, and the circumstances involved. Josephson Dunlap can review what happened and explain the options that may be available.
Get In Touch With Our Team Now
Fill out the form below or call us at (888) 992-2990 to find out if you have a claim.
Why Clients Trust Us
Experience
Our attorneys bring substantial wage-and-hour litigation and trial experience to the cases we handle. We work to protect our clients and pursue the wages they may be owed.
Focus
Our practice is focused on wage-and-hour law, allowing us to devote our attention and resources to helping workers pursue the wages they may be owed.
Success
We have helped clients recover hundreds of millions of dollars in unpaid wages.
Empathy
We understand that a pay problem can affect more than your paycheck. Our practice is dedicated to helping workers pursue the wages they may be owed under the law.
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