Wage and Hour Claims
Common Wage and Hour Violations
The last several years have reported substantial increases in wage and hour violations. The majority of these claims are based on violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The FLSA sets forth numerous regulations protecting workers. These include laws that require workers earn at least the federal minimum wage and non-exempt workers receive overtime…
Read MoreFLSA Violations are Common in Health Care Industry
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) provides many wage and hour provisions that apply to nearly all workers in the United States. Two main considerations include that workers be paid at least minimum wage and that non-exempt workers who work more than 40-hours in any work week be paid overtime compensation (typically one and one-half…
Read MoreNew Wage and Hour Laws Take Effect
As of January 2020, new provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will take effect. The FLSA has numerous provisions, ensuring that workers earn at least minimum wage and non-exempt employees receive overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half times their standard rate of pay. Recently, the law was amended, raising the…
Read MoreOvertime Exemption Law to be Updated in Spring 2019
The Department of Labor has indicated that as early as March of 2019, new rules will be issued concerning the overtime exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The proposed changes have been on hold for nearly two years and involve qualifications necessary to be considered exempt under the FLSA. Pursuant to the FLSA, if…
Read MoreWhat Are the Wage and Hour Implications of the Government Shut-Down?
With the government shutdown stretching from days to weeks, thousands of workers are off work, and wondering how this will affect their paycheck. The answer depends on many factors. For example, in general, non-exempt employees are only paid for actual time worked during a government shutdown. As such, their pay may be affected greatly if…
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 MoreHospitality Industry Responsible for Highest Number of Wage and Hour Claims
Restaurant workers have filed an increasing number of wage and hour complaints based on potential Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) violations. Statistics show more than 7000 wage and hour claims were filed in 2017 in the hospitality industry, more than nine times any other industry. The most common violations occur in the following situations: Failing…
Read MoreStatistics reveal higher wages and job growth in Atlanta
The latest jobs report from Georgia’s Department of Labor indicates growth for Atlanta, and higher wages for blue-collar workers. The DOL report states that Atlanta gained 1,900 jobs in September and the region has gained 24,500 more jobs, three times more than last year at this time. The new jobs added so far is three…
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 MoreLaws Regarding Overtime Pay
If you’re concerned that your employer is not paying you what you are lawfully entitled to, the main body of law to consult is typically the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The FLSA provides many of the guiding wage and hour principles, such as requiring that all workers be paid at least minimum wage, and…
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