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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

Travel Time Pay: When Is Travel Considered Work Under the FLSA?

Travel Time Pay refers to compensation for the time employees spend traveling for work-related purposes. If your job requires you to hit the road or skies, you may wonder: Should I get paid for this travel time? Many workers ask, "My job won't pay for...

| December 18, 2025

Unpaid Overtime for Nurses and Healthcare Workers: Know Your Rights

Nurses and healthcare professionals often work long, demanding shifts to care for patients. Unfortunately, many healthcare workers face unpaid overtime due to illegal wage practices. Wage theft is a persistent issue in the healthcare industry, especially in the form of unpaid overtime. Understanding nurse overtime...

| December 15, 2025

Can I Be Fired for Reporting My Boss for Unpaid Overtime?

Reporting your boss or employer for unpaid overtime is a courageous step toward protecting your rights. But many workers hesitate out of fear of retaliation – especially the fear of being fired. So, can your employer fire you for reporting unpaid overtime? In general, the...

| December 11, 2025

Reporting Unpaid Wages: How to File a Complaint (and When to Get a Lawyer)

Wage theft - when employers fail to pay workers what they're owed - is a widespread problem costing workers billions of dollars annually. If your employer hasn't paid you for hours worked or overtime earned, you have the right to take action. This article explains...

| December 8, 2025

Why You Need an Overtime Attorney for Wage Claims

If you've been working long hours without proper overtime pay, you're not alone. Wage theft - including unpaid overtime - is alarmingly common. Studies estimate that U.S. workers lose tens of billions of dollars each year due to wage theft, including unpaid overtime, making it...

| December 4, 2025

Overtime Pay for Salaried Employees: Are You Eligible?

If you're a salaried employee working long hours, you may wonder if overtime pay applies to you. Many workers assume that being on a salary means they aren't entitled to overtime. The truth is, being paid a salary does not automatically make you ineligible for...

| December 1, 2025

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