Can employers make you work 7 days a week if you are an exempt employee on salary ?

Yes, employers are allowed to do that. However, it is important to make sure you are actually an exempt salaried manager. Do you manage two or...

Your former must pay you in accordance with your snorkel pay period. You should get your last check at the same time you would normally be paid....

Is over time paid only after you work 40 hours in one week? Is it legal to work a person over 8 hours in a day with no extra co

In Florida overtime is only earned when an employee works more than 40 hours in a single workweek. You should figure out when your workweek begins...

Can I be asked to clock off at slow business times but be forced to stay close to work so I am still available?

It sounds like your company has illegal wage and hour policies. An employer must pay for breaks that are less than 15 mins, like a smoke break or...

What can I do if I haven't received a check for hours worked?

Make sure you write a letter to Human Resources or your manager listing the dates that you worked and stating that you have not been paid. If you...

Can i be fired for settling my work com claim

No. It is illegal for your employer to fire you for filing a workers comp claim. That would be retaliation. Kyle

My employer is now requiring a mandatory 30 minute unpaid lunch break; Does he still have to pay me if I don't take them?

If you work during your lunch, you need to be paid overtime. Lunch can only be unpaid if you are not providing a benefit to your employer. Kyle

Can my employer with hold my check in Florida if I fell into the customers septic tank?

No, it is illegal for your company to hold your paycheck due to an accident on the job site. Accidents are common and must be paid for by the...

Yes. You can and you can win. Although they call you an independent contractor, there is a good chance you are an employee who is owed overtime...

Yes. You worked more than 40 hours in a week and are entitled to receive overtime. You must be paid 1.5 times your hourly rate (time and a...