Employers must follow the law when paying employees. Laws cover many things related to wages and overtime including minimum hourly wage, overtime wages, length of pay periods, allowable payroll deductions, pay stub information, final payment of wages, and more. Some of the problems that can occur concerning wages and overtime include commission disputes, failure to pay overtime when appropriate, and failure to pay wages.
If you are in a dispute with your employer about wages or overtime, you may need to file a legal case. A skilled Pennsylvania employment lawyer will assist you in determining whether you have a claim and will help you resolve the matter favorably.
Common Wage and Overtime Disputes
Disputes may arise between an employee and employer over a variety of different matters concerning wages. Some of the most common wage and overtime disputes include:
- Working “off the clock”
- Not being paid overtime wages
- Not being paid what was earned
- Improper payroll deductions
- Not being paid in a timely manner
- Improper deductions
- Misclassification of employment status
These types of issues can be difficult to resolve with an employer, and an employee may be afraid of losing his or her job or being the victim of retaliation if he or she reports the problem to the company. You can get the help you need to resolve the situation from a knowledgeable employment attorney in Pennsylvania.
Wage and Overtime Laws in Pennsylvania
Employers in Pennsylvania must follow both state and federal employment laws. The Pennsylvania Minimum Wage Act and subsequent regulations govern how employers must provide overtime pay to employees. Employees are entitled to be paid at least minimum wage and must be paid overtime pay at time and a half for any hours above 40 in a week. It is important to note that the overtime laws do not generally apply to salaried employees.
In addition to Pennsylvania laws, employers must also comply with the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act, FSLA. These rules govern the entire country and are in addition to state laws. The U.S. Department of Labor oversees and enforces the FSLA laws while the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry enforces the Pennsylvania Minimum Wage Act.
Help from an Experienced Employment Attorney
If you are a current or former employee who was not fairly paid, you can do something about it. You and your family need the money you earned and you can pursue a resolution with the help of a Pennsylvania employment attorney. Your lawyer will review every aspect of your case to determine how to best resolve it.
Your employer may owe you back pay along with penalties and attorney fees if they did something wrong. Your lawyer may be able to resolve the matter through negotiations or the situation may need to be resolved through the courts. It is important to discuss the matter with an attorney as soon as possible to ensure that you can still take legal action. If you are involved in a wage or overtime dispute contact the legal team at HKM Employment Attorneys, LLP to discuss your case today.
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