If an employee worked more hours than what was agreed upon, am I required to pay them for the additional hours?

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, an employer must pay its employees for all the hours that it "suffers or permits" them to perform work. This...

Can my employer switch me from hourly to salary depending on if I work 40 hours per week?

Your employer's policy sounds like a clever trick to get around paying overtime. If I get what you are saying, then you are paid a set amount per...

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The answer to this question actually arises under state contract law. The employee handbook is probably the most important document for...

What can I do if I am in an unsafe work environment, and also what can I do about unpaid back overtime wages?

With respect to workplace violence, the law can be very complicated. Most workplace injuries are covered by the worker's compensation laws, but...

As an exempt salary employee can my supervisor change my time, without asking, to show 40 hours if I have worked more.

What your supervisor is doing sounds very fishy to me. If you are actually exempt, then why does he care if your timesheets show more than 40...

Does my direct supervisor have to sign my timeclock punched timecard?

I am not aware of any law requiring your timecard to be signed by a direct supervisor. This sounds like a matter of company policy, which it...

Can I sue my employer for making me work off the clock and harrassment?

If you are still employed but are worried about losing your job, then I would recommend consulting with an employment law attorney immediately. It...

How can I get the money owned me by a contractor without a contract.

Even if you didn't have a written contract, you may have had an oral contract. Did you have a clear arrangement with the contractor stating that...

Which court do I need to use in order to sue for unpaid earned wages?

It sounds like you probably have a claim under the Fair Labor Standards Act, but the question of whether you can actually recover your unpaid wages...

Can you be fired right before entering to the top tier of commission?

Had your dad already earned the commission? It is possible that he has a breach of contract claim, but you would need to analyze his employment...