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Salaried Worker Unpaid Wage Claims
Unpaid Overtime & Other Wage Claims for Salaried Employees
If you are a salaried employee and have been denied the wages that are rightfully due to you, it is important to understand your legal rights and remedies. Unpaid wage claims can occur in many different situations, including when an employer fails to pay the full amount of salary owed or fails to pay the correct rate of overtime compensation. In most cases, employees are entitled to back wages for any unpaid amount, plus additional damages. In certain circumstances, state and federal laws provide special remedies that may be available to an employee who has suffered from unpaid wages or salary.
At Josephson Dunlap, we represent salaried workers in unpaid wage claims nationwide. We dedicate 100% of our practice to wage and hour claims and have helped more than 100,000 clients protect their rights. Our team has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in unpaid wages and overtime; we have the resources to help you fight back against unjust and wrongful employer conduct.
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Understanding Wage & Hour Laws
Before filing a formal claim with your employer or the court system, it is important to first understand relevant wage and hour laws. These laws are created to protect employees and specify minimum standards of pay that employers must adhere to. It is important to familiarize yourself with applicable state, federal, and local laws governing unpaid wages and salary to ensure your rights under the law have not been violated.
Generally speaking, salaried workers have the right to receive their wages and salary in full, as well as overtime compensation (when applicable). Overtime laws vary from state to state, but in most cases, non-exempt salaried employees are entitled to overtime pay at a rate of one-and-a-half times their normal rate of pay for every hour worked beyond 40 hours in a single workweek. In some states, like California, non-exempt employees are also eligible for overtime when they work more than 8 hours in a single workday.
It is important that you understand the specific wage and hour laws in your state. If you have questions about your rights or your salaried worker unpaid wages claim, reach out to Josephson Dunlap today.
Why You Should Work with an Experienced Salaried Worker Unpaid Wages Attorney
Unfortunately, many employers fail to comply with hour and wage laws, leading to unpaid wages for salaried employees. It is important for all salaried workers to understand their legal rights when it comes to unpaid overtime claims.
If you believe your employer owes you overtime pay, you should:
- Review applicable state, federal, and local laws pertaining to wages and hours
- Determine whether your rights have been violated by your employer
- Keep copies of all communication with your employer and other relevant evidence
- Notify your employer in writing of the mistake/unpaid wages or overtime
- File a wage claim with the Labor Board or another appropriate agency
- Seek the assistance of a skilled and knowledgeable unpaid wage attorney
We strongly advise you to contact our team as soon as possible. At Josephson Dunlap, we work quickly in initiating legal action and carefully develop evidence-based claims aimed at maximizing our clients’ recoveries. The sooner you get in touch with our team, the sooner we can begin preparing your case.
What Evidence Is Needed to Prove a Salaried Worker Unpaid Overtime Claim?
Your employer is almost certain to fight back against your claim. Often, employers dispute unpaid wage claims by arguing that the worker was not classified as an employee, or that they were exempt from overtime pay based on state or federal laws. Your employer may have misclassified your employment status in an effort to avoid paying you overtime, or they may have pressured you to work off the clock.
In any case, you need an experienced and reliable legal team by your side. When you choose Josephson Dunlap, that is exactly what you get. Our firm is driven by a singular goal: to help workers secure the fair wages they are owed. We are laser-focused on this goal, and everything we do is aimed at helping our clients protect their rights and push back against employer misconduct.
If you would like to speak to a member of our team about your legal rights and options, please call (888) 742-7242 or reach us online.
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