FLSA
Fast Food Chain to pay $7.7M for Misclassifiying Employees
In a recent wage and hour lawsuit, a fast food company agreed to pay more than $7.7M to settle a lawsuit based on misclassification. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), provides that all employees must be paid at least minimum wage, and that all non-exempt employees be paid overtime compensation at a rate of one…
Read MoreViolations of FLSA at Horse Training Facility May Lead to Wage and Hour Lawsuit
Although the world of horse racing may seem glamorous, a recent investigation has revealed that significant workplace violations against a major training facility. According to filings, the horse racing trainer and his company failed to pay numerous workers what they were entitled to, violating the terms of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the H-2B non-immigrant…
Read MoreDepartment of Labor Issues Two New Opinion Letters
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets forth the basic federal wage and hour laws. These laws provide numerous areas of guidance, including that workers must be paid minimum wage and that in general, all non-exempt workers must be paid overtime for hours worked in excess of 40 hours in any work week. However, the…
Read MoreDetermining Compensable Hours Crucial to Determining Rightful Pay
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) provides that all workers must be paid at least minimum wage. Currently, federal minimum wage is set at $7.25/hour. Violations of this provision are not always obvious as, for example, a miscalculation such as paying you for 7 hours worked when you worked 8. Often, the challenges come in…
Read MoreIs my employer required to pay me for work breaks?
Many employees have questions concerning their right to compensation during breaks – and when they are entitled to paid lunch and work breaks. Workers may feel disgruntled if they perceive co-workers are getting away with taking more breaks than they are – such as is common when some workers take smoke breaks and others don’t.…
Read MoreOvertime Exemption Rule Re-Examined
The Department of Labor (DOL) is reviewing changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime exemption. Pursuant to the overtime exemption, if you make less than $23,660/year ($455/week) and work more than 40 hours in any work-week, you may be entitled to overtime compensation. However, if you make more than $23,660 (the threshold amount),…
Read MoreNew Proposed Rule re Joint Employer Liability
If you work at McDonald’s or any other franchise and have a wage and hour claim (i.e. you didn’t receive the overtime compensation you were entitled to), who do you sue? The franchise you work for down the street, or the corporate office? In 2015, the joint-employer standard was clarified so that the corporate office…
Read MoreCommon Wage and Hour Concerns
Employees have several common wage and hour questions, and while some variations exist, it is important to have a basic understanding of your rights. If you have questions, consulting with an experienced Atlanta wage and hour lawyer is encouraged to protect your rights to compensation. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), provides numerous protections, including…
Read MoreIs Time Spent at work on Wellness Activities Compensable?
The United States Department of Labor (DOL) has just issued a new opinion letter concerning whether time spent at work on wellness activities in compensable pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). More and more employers are providing wellness programs as incentives to the employees that promote healthier lifestyles and in turn, may reduce…
Read MoreFLSA Continues to Evolve
This year, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) celebrates its 80th year since passage. This federal labor law has had a beneficial impact on the work force, especially with respect to minimum wage and overtime pay. Currently, the FLSA provides that all workers earning at least minimum wage, and those non-exempt workers who work in…
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