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Workers may be entitled to overtime pay if they work more than their usual scheduled hours. A Texas employee can earn one and a half of their typical pay rate for every hour over 40 hours in a single week. For example, an employee who earns $10 an hour can earn $15 an...
Working extra hours can take a toll on both your time and health. That is why labor laws require fair overtime pay for most employees. Yet, not every employer follows the rules. If you feel that your overtime hours have gone unpaid, it is important to know how the...
There are several ways that businesses might manipulate payroll records or their employees to avoid their legal obligation to provide overtime wages. Sometimes, companies trick workers into giving up their overtime rights by convincing them to work off the clock....
Employers in Texas are required to comply with the protections for employees that are set by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The provisions in this act are meant to help ensure that employees are paid fairly and aren’t subjected to certain negative employment...
There are many questionable strategies that employers might utilize to avoid overtime pay obligations. Some companies hire workers on a salary basis, pay them as little as possible and then demand that they work overtime every week. Other times, employers include...
It’s unrealistic for any employer to think that an employee will be able to work every shift their scheduled for the duration of their employment. This is partly because employees and their immediate family members may become ill or have other issues that require the...
Misclassification as an independent contractor is a widespread issue that affects workers across Texas. If you’ve been classified as an independent contractor when you should legally be considered an employee, you may be missing out on consequential benefits and...
Many Texas workers question their overtime pay exemption status. The process of determining whether they qualify for exemption often confuses people, leading to common misunderstandings. However, grasping it is crucial for employees to ensure fair pay. Understanding...
Employers in Texas have to comply with federal rules and also state employment regulations. The law limits what companies can require from workers and imposes multiple obligations on companies. Laws establish basic pay requirements including minimum wage and overtime...
One way that business owners will sometimes pay overtime is by providing comp time. This is compensatory time off, which is paid. Instead of getting additional pay for the extra hours, the employee gets additional paid time off. For example, the owner of a company may...