Overtime is an opportunity for professionals to increase their take-home pay. Hourly workers and non-exempt salaried employees are typically eligible for overtime pay if they put in more than 40 hours in a specific workweek. Federal law requires that employers provide...
Wage and Hour Disputes
Advice about wage theft for employers and employees
Wage theft is something that needs to be taken seriously by both employers and employees. After all, it is the most common type of theft in the United States, leading to hundreds of millions of dollars in losses. In some cases, employers commit wage theft...
Can employers calculate payroll in large time increments?
There are many ways for businesses to control their staffing expenses. Cautious scheduling to avoid overtime is one strategy. Moving highly-productive workers to salary work arrangements can also be beneficial. Companies may also utilize somewhat creative payroll...
3 tip-related mistakes that could lead to workers filing wage claims
Service professionals at restaurants and bars don't usually have the same minimum wage rights as other workers. They are subject to lower hourly minimum wage rules because there is an expectation that the customers they serve should provide them with gratuities or...
What to do if your employer fails to pay full wages
If your employer in Virginia does not pay your full wages, the situation can feel stressful and frustrating. You worked hard for your paycheck, and you deserve fair and timely payment. Knowing what steps to take can help you handle this issue and ensure you get what...
A change in federal rules could lead to more overtime wage claims
Some workers are eligible for overtime pay, while others generally are not. Employees who put in more than 40 hours per week can sometimes receive 150% of their average hourly wage for any additional time worked. Others may have to perform extra work without...
How the de minimis rule affects worker wage claims
There are both federal employment laws that apply to modern workers and numerous state statutes as well. The right to fair pay, including the right to receive minimum wage, is particularly important for those in an hourly profession. What they receive an income every...
Wage and hour laws in Washington, DC
In Washington, DC, wage and hour laws play a crucial role in ensuring fair compensation and work conditions for employees. Keeping up-to-date with these regulations is essential for employees and employers alike. Washington, DC, has been at the forefront of increasing...
Is rounding someone’s time worked a form of wage theft?
Every company has its own unique approach to record-keeping and payroll processing. Each decides how much to pay its workers, how to schedule them and also how is maintains necessary employment records in order to comply with federal law. Many businesses now use...
How to avoid wage and hour claims
Wage and hour claims can cost an employer thousands of dollars in penalties and their reputation. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes the minimum wage, overtime pay eligibility and other compensation rights for workers in the country. All employers are...

