What Is Qualified As Wage Theft? | Examples Of Wage Theft

Are you a server who works for minimum wage, and every day you end up working through your lunch break because you are busy? Does your employer still deduct your lunch break, even if you haven't taken one? It is shockingly common for employers to deduct breaks that were not taken, lie about overtime worked, or even require employees to work while they are not clocked in. If you have ever been in one of these situations, you were a victim of wage theft and you have the legal right to take action to recover those lost wages.

1) Failure to pay final wages. After being fired, many employees do not see their final paycheck.

2) Issuing a paycheck that bounces. This is a breach of contract.

3) Failing to pay minimum wage and/or overtime wages. This requires employers to keep clear records of employee time.

4) Requiring employees to keep working after clocking off.

5) Deducting time for meal breaks that are not taken or are cut short.

What can you do if you think are a victim of wage theft? You have the right to sue for unpaid wages. In Florida, you will recover your attorney fees if your employer is found guilty of wage theft. No one should tolerate wage theft, and if you think you have been a victim of wage theft I encourage you to contact an experienced employment attorney today. You have the right to be paid for every hour you work.

Contact Saenz And Anderson Law Today if you need an experienced employment attorney.

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