WASHINGTON D.C — Many jobs require uniform maintenance such as nurses, mechanics, waitresses, and fast food workers. As a result, companies may require the employee to purchase the uniform, however, in most cases the employee must be reimbursed, no later than the next regular payday. Sometimes employers will violate the FLSA laws which may result in an unpaid wage lawsuit for uniform maintenance.
According to the Department of Labor, the FLSA does not require that employees wear uniforms. However, if the wearing of a uniform is required by some other law, the nature of a business, or by an employer, the cost of the uniform is considered to be a business expense of the employer. If the employer requires the employee to bear the cost, it may not reduce the employee’s wage below the minimum wage or cut into overtime compensation required by the Act.
In some states however, if you can choose your own uniform within a certain category, such as scrubs — picking out scrubs with a certain print that you like– your employer doesn’t have to pay for them. Some companies may give an allowance and you may spend it how you see fit as long as you come to work dressed complying with the dress code. This all depends on which state in which you work in. However, uniforms with logo or businiss name on them are not typically every day wear and an employer is responsible for paying for the uniform.
Due to the fact that each state is different and has it’s own set of overtime laws, cases such as these can get quite confusing and complex. You need the help of a top rated unpaid overtime attorney who understand the laws and will be abel to deterimine whether or not you have a wage claim against your employer.
At our award winning law firm, our expert and qualified attorneys will listen to your story closely and advise you on your legal rights. We have signficant experience in handling unpaid wage cases for uniform maintenance and will be able to help you get back the compensation you deserve. Our lawyers will also advise you if it is in your best interest to file an individual claim or participate in a class action lawsuit. A class action lawsuit is when a claim is brought against an employer by multiple individuals working for that company.
If you believe your employer is denying you wages or taking money from your paycheck for uniform maintenance call our top rated law firm today at (855) 754-2795. You may be entitled to file a lawsuit to collect any unpaid wages. These lawsuits can provide you with significant compensation for your unpaid wages and often include payment of penalties, liquidated damages, interest, and attorney’s fees. Every day that you wait to speak with a wage loss attorney may be costing you significant money. Call now for your Free, No Obligation Case Review to find out if your employer is in violation of the FLSA.