Overtime and Wage Violations

Starting January 1, 2025, the Department of Labor (DOL) is planning to raise the minimum salary required to qualify for exemption from overtime pay from $43,888 per year to $58,656 per year. Unless this rule is overturned, this weekly wage...

At Feldman Legal Group, we believe in empowering workers to get the pay they deserve. One of the most important steps any employee can take to secure their pay is to understand wage laws in their state and ensure their...

CAN SALARIED WORKERS GET OVERTIME? Understanding Your Compensation Is Critical Knowledge is power. This popular phrase is relevant in almost every aspect of life, including your compensation and benefits. After all, you work hard and deserve to be paid appropriately....

How Far Back Can You Claim Overtime? If your employer owes you unpaid wages, including unpaid overtime, you can file a claim with the Florida Department of Labor and Employment Security, and it will do an investigation. However, in most...

Tip Regulations under the FLSA With recent changes to Florida’s minimum wage laws, it’s fair for employees who rely on tips to wonder, can your employer keep your tips? The rules regarding the calculation of your wages in coordination with...

Is it Legal Not to Pay Overtime? Not paying overtime to employees who are entitled to overtime pay is not legal, but some employers will still try to avoid paying. If you are an employee entitled to overtime but your...