I have to report to work at 7:45. I am not being paid until I can clock in, is this legal?

This is a fairly complex question, as you indicate that you "have to watch" the first employee enter for security reasons. A US Supreme Court...

Can a employer hold your check and take money out for uniforms when u never got them?

Yes, this is a clear violation of wage and hour laws. An employer cannot withhold your pay so that you receive less than the minimum wage, even...

WHat should I do ?

I am sorry to hear that you are going through this health issue. You may be protected under the Federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), if...

My employer has hired 3 employees under the table without withholding any taxes, SS, or medicare, is that illegal?

They are breaking IRS wage withholding laws for sure. This impacts employees by shortchanging them when they go to get social security retirement...

I was working 37 and now I am working 27 hours. I have a hard time communicating with supervisor. Is this a illegal issue?

I agree with Attorney Rafter, but I would add that you should talk with an attorney experienced in wage/hour matters specific to restaurants,...

Has your employer been paying you overtime? He could change you to salary from an hourly arrangement - that may be an effective pay cut - but it...

How an who should I report to if my employer is claiming I make close to $100 more each week, than I actually do?

Restaurants do this for a variety of reasons, but the most nefarious reason is to avoid minimum wage damages. (Your hourly wage plus tips must...

Ok, so I wrote a email off to my bosses, HR came down ready to fire me over the email. Said this is my final warning!

Find a sympathetic employment lawyer right away! And don't sign or recant anything, and document everything. If what you say is true, you may...

This is a clear (and obnoxious) violation of Maryland's Sick and Safe Leave Law. You can file a complaint with Maryland's Department of Labor,...

What if my employer never fill out w 2 forms?

Total lie. Get in touch with an attorney if they don't allow you to complete a W-4 at this time. (It is not a W-2; a W-2 is what you receive at...