Workers are often cheated out of overtime pay by their employers. Most workers are required to receive overtime pay and there are only a small number of exceptions to the rule. However, many employees are afraid to pursue their wage claims due to fear of retaliation by the company. Common questions asked by employees to our overtime attorneys include:
Can I get fired if I file an unpaid overtime claim?
What happens if my employer retaliates against me for claiming overtime pay?
Should I be afraid of getting fired for filing an overtime lawsuit?
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), an employer cannot legally fire some or terminate their employment for pursuing an unpaid overtime lawsuit. The employer can face serious penalties for taking this type of action and cannot otherwise discriminate you for pursuing your legal rights. The company can face both civil and criminal penalties that would be imposed by the presiding judge.
If you have worked in excess of forty hours in a work week and have not received overtime pay, you may be able to pursue a claim against your past or present employer. If were not paid legally required overtime pay, you would be entitled to receive your back pay and in most circumstances the court will order the company to pay the attorney’s fees for bringing the case. These settlements are often substantial and can recover unpaid wages dating back several years.
To see if you qualify to file a wage claim, call our top rated overtime pay attorneys now at (855) 754-2795. We offer a free, no obligation consultation and will represent you under our No Win No Fee Promise which means no legal fees or costs until we win or settle your claim.