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Proving Unpaid Overtime: How to Document Your Hours and Pay
Proving Unpaid Overtime: How to Document Your Hours and Pay
Have you ever worked overtime hours that weren't reflected in your paycheck? Each year, the U.S. Department of Labor recovers over $200 million in back wages for workers - much of it for unpaid overtime. An even greater amount is recovered each year by private...
| October 17, 2025
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Understanding Pre- and Post-Shift Activities: Do They Count as Work Time for Overtime?
Understanding Pre- and Post-Shift Activities: Do They Count as Work Time for Overtime?
When it comes to calculating overtime, employees often wonder if time spent on certain activities before or after a scheduled shift should count as "work time." Understanding what qualifies as compensable time (work time) is crucial for ensuring that you are not shorted on overtime...
| October 15, 2025
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How to Calculate Overtime Pay: Are You Getting the Correct Rate?
How to Calculate Overtime Pay: Are You Getting the Correct Rate?
Overtime pay violations cost workers millions annually. In FY 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division recovered more than $273 million in back wages and damages for nearly 152,000 workers nationwide - with a large share tied to FLSA overtime violations. An...
| October 15, 2025
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New Overtime Rule Changes in 2025: What Employees Need to Know
New Overtime Rule Changes in 2025: What Employees Need to Know
Overtime regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) were set to change significantly in 2024 and 2025, with a new rule that would have expanded overtime pay eligibility for millions of workers. However, a recent court decision has blocked those changes. Here's what employees...
| October 14, 2025
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Independent Contractor Classification: Rule Changes and Their Impact on Workers
Independent Contractor Classification: Rule Changes and Their Impact on Workers
        An Analysis of Shifting Rules from 2021 to 2025 Why Independent Contractor Classification Matters to Workers Independent contractor classification plays a critical role in the American workforce as it determines whether a worker is considered an employee or an independent contractor....
| October 11, 2025
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Are Truck Drivers Exempt from Overtime? Understanding the Laws
Are Truck Drivers Exempt from Overtime? Understanding the Laws
Truck drivers often work grueling hours to keep our economy moving. It's natural to wonder if those extra hours qualify for overtime pay. The short answer is that many truck drivers are exempt from overtime, while others are entitled to it. This depends on specific...
| October 9, 2025
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Day Rate Employees are entitled to Overtime Pay
Day Rate Employees are entitled to Overtime Pay
What is a Day Rate Employee? A day-rate employee is typically paid a fixed amount for each day worked, regardless of the number of hours worked in that day. This arrangement is common in certain industries, such as construction, oil and gas, and other sectors...
| September 19, 2025
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Understanding Overtime Claims for Mine Workers: Donning and Doffing Personal Safety Equipment
Understanding Overtime Claims for Mine Workers: Donning and Doffing Personal Safety Equipment
Mine work is inherently dangerous, and the use of personal safety equipment is essential to protect workers from various hazards. However, the time spent putting on (donning) and taking off (doffing) this equipment can add up, prompting important questions about overtime pay. Many mine workers...
| September 19, 2025
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Will the New No Tax on Overtime Act of 2025 Apply to Your Houston Overtime Rights Violation Case?
Will the New No Tax on Overtime Act of 2025 Apply to Your Houston Overtime Rights Violation Case?
  Understanding How Tax-Free Overtime Could Impact Your Unpaid Wages Claim If you've been working long hours without proper overtime pay, the recently passed No Tax on Overtime Act of 2025 might seem like welcome news—but does it actually help if your employer already violated...
| September 7, 2025
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Should Your Houston Employer Include On-Call Pay and Standby Compensation in Your Overtime Rate Calculation?
Should Your Houston Employer Include On-Call Pay and Standby Compensation in Your Overtime Rate Calculation?
When Your Paycheck Doesn't Add Up: Getting Help From an OT Calculation Lawyer in Houston, TX You've been pulling double duty—working your regular shifts plus being on-call for emergencies, weekend coverage, or last-minute staffing needs. Your employer pays you extra for this availability, but when...
| September 6, 2025
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