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Pre-Shift and Post-Shift Work: Are You Getting Paid for Setup and Cleanup?

When your workday is supposed to start at 9:00 AM, but you're required to arrive earlier to set up equipment or stay late to clean up after closing, are you actually getting paid for that extra time? These pre-shift and post-shift tasks – opening the...

| January 27, 2026

Bonuses and Overtime Pay: Why Your Regular Rate May Be Higher Than You Think

Introduction: Many employees assume that overtime pay is simply based on their standard hourly wage. In reality, the law often requires overtime to be calculated using a "regular rate of pay" that includes more than just your base hourly rate. If you earn bonuses or...

| January 22, 2026

Sleep Time for Overnight Workers: When Rest Periods Require Overtime Pay

Why Sleep Time Pay Matters for Overnight WorkersImagine working an overnight shift where part of your job is waiting or even sleeping on site. Overnight duty compensation can become a tricky issue: are you entitled to pay for those hours you spend sleeping or resting?...

| January 15, 2026

Shift Differential Pay and Overtime: Are Healthcare Employers Correctly Calculating Your Wages?

Healthcare workers – especially nurses, aides, and hospital staff – often earn shift differential pay for working nights, weekends, or other less desirable shifts. But are these extra premiums being correctly factored into your overtime pay? Many employers miscalculate overtime by excluding shift differentials, which...

| January 12, 2026

Statute of Limitations for Overtime Claims: How Long Do You Have to Sue?

When you work extra hours, you deserve to be paid for every one of them. But if your employer has failed to pay overtime, you can't wait forever to take action. Strict statutes of limitations apply to unpaid overtime claims, limiting how far back you...

| January 8, 2026

Colorado Overtime Pay: What Employees Need to Know About Daily and Weekly Overtime Rules

Colorado's overtime pay laws provide workers with protections that go beyond federal requirements. Under Colorado wage law, employees can earn overtime pay not just based on weekly hours, but also for long days on the job. Understanding these rules is crucial for any Colorado-based employee...

| January 5, 2026

Commission-Paid Employees and Overtime: Inside vs Outside Sales Rules

Commission-based pay arrangements are common in sales jobs, but there is often confusion about overtime pay for these employees. Many people assume that if you earn a commission, you might not be entitled to overtime. In reality, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires overtime...

| January 1, 2026

FLSA Overtime Exemptions: Who Is Exempt and Who Is Misclassified?

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guarantees most U.S. employees the right to overtime pay (time-and-a-half) for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. However, certain employees are "exempt" from these overtime protections, meaning their employers do not have to pay them overtime. Understanding who...

| December 29, 2025

Have Unpaid Overtime in Houston? How to Recover Wages in Texas

If you live in Houston and suspect your employer owes you unpaid overtime, you're not alone. Wage theft – especially not paying overtime – is a common issue affecting many Texas workers. The good news is that both federal and Texas laws offer clear protections...

| December 26, 2025

Tech Workers and Overtime: Understanding the Computer Professional Exemption

Introduction: Overtime Pay in the Tech Industry The tech industry is known for long hours and demanding projects, but overtime pay laws still apply. Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), most employees must receive overtime pay (1.5 times their regular rate) for all...

| December 22, 2025

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