Overtime Disputes: Are You Being Denied Overtime Pay?
If you work hourly, you’ve probably heard of the term “overtime pay.” Those who haven’t worked over a specific threshold might not understand what this means or how it works within their company.
Not having a firm understanding about overtime and whether you’re non-exempt or exempt is likely to cause a dispute with upper management. The nature of your job, how you classify, and other company standards will determine how you should get paid! That’s why it’s imperative to know these minor details.
Overtime pay begins when employees work over 40 hours in a week and over 8 hours daily. Employment laws stipulate employers are to pay their employees for time and a half. Issues surrounding overtime dispute can relate to:
- The number of overtime hours
- The rates paid and the expected rate
- Tax reporting
- Overtime exemptions
Employers are responsible for compensating you fairly and on time. If you notice a discrepancy and have not seen overtime pay was added to your paycheck, it could result from error or negligence.
Before reaching out to an employment attorney in Los Angeles, we recommend addressing your concerns with your employer first. Remember, you cannot waive your right to overtime pay – or refuse to work without experiencing consequences. If this is the second, third, or fourth time an employer has withheld additional compensation, a lawyer may need to carry out an investigation.
We can make the mediation, negotiation, and ultimately legal process easier for you outside of court. You can also utilize a class action suit if other employees within your organization face similar challenges. To exercise any legal solutions or successfully win your claim, you will need the services of experienced wage and hour attorneys in Los Angeles! Reach out to Mann & Elias today for more information or to schedule your first consultation.