On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Sep 21, 2020 | FLSA Misclassification, Overtime And Wage Issues
The gig economy has opened many doors for workers in West Virginia and across the country. Flexible hours and working conditions are enticing benefits to working nontraditional jobs, such as making deliveries, working in the many phases of construction, and offering...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Sep 21, 2020 | Overtime And Wage Issues
Time is money for those who are paid by the hour. Often, West Virginia employees receive their weekly schedule and calculate how much money they can expect to earn based on the hours they will work. Picking up an extra shift means a bigger paycheck unless those...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Jun 11, 2020 | Overtime And Wage Issues
When a potential employer extends a job offer, it typically includes details about salary, health benefits, vacation time and sick leave policies. In some cases, employers may also offer a per diem to their workers. Per diem is an allowance that is intended to cover...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | May 13, 2020 | Overtime And Wage Issues
The Fair Labor Standards Act protects employees from bosses who unfairly withhold pay. More companies are using digital time trackers for employees to log in and out of their shifts. This can provide a more convenient method of calculating hours that is superior to...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Apr 27, 2020 | Overtime And Wage Issues
There are many different types of jobs in West Virginia. They are also compensated in different ways. Some are considered exempt employees and may have a salary, which means they earn the same amount no matter how many hours they work. Others are considered non-exempt...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Apr 27, 2020 | Overtime And Wage Issues
Understanding the laws that affect workers is essential for recognizing when an employer is treating an employee unfairly. Despite how fulfilling and rewarding a job may be, its main purpose is for workers to earn money to pay their bills and provide for their...
by pzslaw | Apr 15, 2020 | FLSA Misclassification, Overtime And Wage Issues
Employers Violate Federal Law By Failing to Pay All Wages Required Employers violate the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) by paying non-exempt workers a “day rate” without paying any overtime wages that may be due. A “day rate” is a lump sum or salary paid to a worker...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Apr 7, 2020 | Overtime And Wage Issues
Not everyone works in an industry where it is possible to consistently work 9 to 5. For some individuals in West Virginia, working long hours is just part of the job. While this can present challenges when it comes to having a normal personal and family life, it could...
by pzslaw | Apr 6, 2020 | FLSA Misclassification, Overtime And Wage Issues
Bank Employees Receive Settlements for Unpaid Wages Over the past several years, bank employees all across the country have filed successful overtime and wage claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) against banks of all sizes including the likes of Wells...
by Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Apr 3, 2020 | Overtime And Wage Issues
The recent outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus has many in the country facing new and uncharted territories not limited to health care. While medical researchers scramble to fight the virus, employers and business owners wonder how to remain solvent while protecting...
