Describe a situation in which a paralegal would classify as non-exempt under FLSA?

Good morning and congratulations on the completion of your studies. The short answer is that both you and the other paralegal have probably been...

Is there anything I can do to get the wages I should have gotten.

What you describe is DEFINITELY a violation of the federal wage laws (i.e. the Fair Labor Standards Act), and your state's wage laws. In short,...

Can I sue my former for unpaid wages after I filed with the workforce commission in Texas?

Yes, you can hire a lawyer to pursue a claim even after you file with the TWC. However, if you filed a Pay Day Act claim with the TWC you will...

Your question is very common here in Texas -- I bet I get it at least once a week. If there is a written agreement that says you get the...

I currently work as a bartender. Upon hire I was getting paid $5.00 per he. 2 months ago ( approximately) my boss quit paying

Your boss is breaking the law - no question about it. The Fair Labor Standards Act requires your employer to pay you at least $7.25/hour for all...

FAIR LABOR STANDARD ACT LEGAL QUESTION. PLEASE HELP!

Probably so. In one or both of these cases, your employer is likely to ask whether you have ever been involved in any other lawsuits. Also, the...

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Legal? Employer demoted me without evidence that I'm not satisfying job expectations and then had me train my replacement.

As I'm sure you know, Texas is an 'at-will' state, meaning that your employer can hire/fire you for whatever reason, so long as they are not...