Can You Be Forced to Work After Hours Off the Clock?
Every worker is entitled to be properly compensated for his/her work. Unfortunately, there are employers who may try to get away with not paying their employees for the work they do. If you have ever been asked to work after hours and off the clock by your employer, you should understand that you are entitled to be paid for the extra hours of work that you perform.
Hodges & Foty, LLP is a law firm advocating for workers’ rights. Our years of experience includes providing our clients with dedicated legal representation to pursue justice. Hodges & Foty, LLP has represented thousands of workers across the country in recovering the unpaid wages they are entitled under the law. If you were illegally asked to work after hours and off the clock by your employer, do not hesitate to contact our legal team by calling (713) 523-0001 or completing the contact form on our website.
Is It Legal For Your Employer to Force You To Work Without Pay?
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), an employee is entitled to be paid for all hours that he/she works. The Fair Labor Standards Act is designed to safeguard workers from being taken advantage of. Even small amounts of unpaid work can significantly impact one’s earnings. For example, 10 minutes of unpaid work per day can potentially lead to thousands of dollars in unpaid wages over the year.
You should never be forced to work without pay. Should you find yourself in a situation where your employer is trying to force you to work off the clock without appropriate compensation, seeking legal advice is a crucial next step. You have a right to be paid for every minute you work. Retain the help of a skilled wages and hours lawyer who will support you throughout your case.
How an Unpaid Wages Lawyer Can Help With Your Case
If you feel that you are not being fairly compensated for work you were forced to do off the clock or after hours, it is important to know that you have the option to seek legal recourse. Ensuring that employers fulfill their obligation to pay their employees correctly is crucial. At Hodges & Foty, LLP, we stand ready to support and guide you through this process.
Our team is committed to offering legal assistance that can bring several advantages to your unpaid wages case, including the following:
- Calculating the amount of unpaid wages that you could be owed
- Gathering all relevant pay and time records from your employer
- Filing the necessary documentation with the court
- Conducting discovery into the amount of your lost wages
- Guiding you in resolving your claim for unpaid wages
Begin the process of getting justice for the hours you have spent working without pay by contacting our team of unpaid wages lawyers today.
Get Justice For Unpaid Wages Today By Calling Hodges & Foty, LLP
If you are an employee who was forced to work after hours off the clock, Hodges & Foty, LLP can provide you with the trusted legal guidance you need. Our unpaid wages legal team has extensive trial experience, so we can confidently tackle your case as we ensure you are fairly compensated.
Contact Hodges & Foty, LLP today for a free evaluation of your unpaid wages case by calling (713) 523-0001 or by completing our contact form. Trust our team to fight for your rightful earnings.
