Accepting a paycheck from an employer does not mean that you surrender your rights as a citizen. It is an unfortunate truth that many employers routinely take advantage of their employees. They refuse to pay for overtime, have employees work “off the clock,” alter times sheets, or require workers to arrive early to perform required preparations for their job. We provide our clients with a <b>Wage/Hour Audit</b> to determine whether or not they have been treated fairly in accordance with the law, and we provide thorough and dedicated legal counsel for those that have been taken advantage of by their employers. Cavey and Barrett are currently offering a special report on your rights as a working Florida citizen.

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Florida Wage and Hour Law

With the exception of those lucky few that have won the lottery or have been born into great wealth, everyone has to work.

Some of us are fortunate enough to be in a position where we love what we do for a living, and some of us are not so lucky. But even for those of us that love our jobs, it is safe to say that our attitudes would change if we weren’t being fairly compensated for our labor.

Every day, Florida workers are taken advantage of by their employers. They don’t get paid for overtime, they are required to show up early or do extra tasks for which they aren’t compensated, or they get fired when they ask for leave to take care of a sick relative or to have a child. 

The Fair Labor Standards Act ( FLSA) is a federal laws that keep employers from taking advantage of their workers. But since most workers are worried about keeping their jobs so they can support themselves and their families, they are afraid  to rock the boat. They continue to work overtime without getting properly compensated, or keep their mouths shut when their paychecks seem light. You are legally entitled to the non-payment of your overtime. If your employer fires you. you have the right to sue for the non-payment of your last paycheck, your unpaid overtime or unpaid commissions, and sue for retailatory discharge. 

 The Florida Wage and Hour Claim Attorneys at Cavey and Barrett understand the fear you have but are committed to helping you get the wages you have rightfully earned.

Accepting a paycheck from an employer does not mean that you forfeit your rights as an American citizen. Pointing out to your employer that these rights are being violated does not give him grounds to fire you. If your employer is foolish enough to fire you, you can claim your unpaid wages and sue for retailatory dischaege.

Cavey and Barrett: Bridging the Gap for Florida Workers

At Cavey and Barrett, your Tampa Wage and Hour Attorney, we believe that federal labor laws exist for a reason. They are not mere legislative decoration, but are instead real guidelines that exist to make sure that those that fully contribute to the success of a business are realistically rewarded for their labors. 

We are currently accepting cases involving:

Overtime: Federal law states that any work performed over 40 hours a week should be compensated at a rate of 1.5 times the hourly wage. Many employers simply ignore this rule and either pay the regular hourly wage, or simply don’t pay at all.  While you are forced to work off the clock, you have a legal  right to your unpaid overtime. As your Tampa Overtime Pay lawyer, we will claim all upaid overtime you are owed for up to 3 years, as provided by the FLSA.   

Time Management: In order to cut down their labor costs, some employers automatically clock out their employees at a specific time, regardless of whether they are still at work. Some employers have also been known to alter time sheets, removing legitimately worked time for "rest or meal breaks" that didn't occur.  You are entitled to time for essential preperation for your job.. like putting on your uniform or setting up your equipment.

Misclassification: There are many ways that employers can get around paying their employees fairly, and one of the more common methods is to place their workers in categories that are misleading or untrue. Employees can be classified as "independent contractors" or "managers," or sometimes they are simply told that they are “exempt” from wage laws. According to the law, you are being paid for your work and not your title. At Cavey and Barrett, your wage and hour dispute attorney, we understand your entitlement to overtime is not based on whether your employer calls you a"manager" but what your employer actually has you do on the job. 

Immigration: Many employees are afraid to bring up discrepancies in their pay due to their immigration status, but even undocumented laborers have wage rights.

"On Call" Status: If your employer expects you to be on stand-by in the event that you might be needed, you should be paid for your time even if you don’t get called in. The non-payment of on call is a common violation.

Each of these scenarios have variations that can be fully explained by either ordering our free book "Your Wage and Hour Rights"  which can be found on our home page or contacting our offices for a free consultation.

How We Can Help:

We provide our clients with a Wage/Hour Audit to determine whether or not they have been treated fairly in accordance with the law, and we provide thorough and dedicated legal counsel for those that have been taken advantage of by their employers.

We will review your situation thoroughly, provide you with information that can help you in the future, and do our best to help you obtain any damages for which you may be eligible.

We are currently offering a special  book "Your Wage and Hour Rights" on your rights as a working Florida citizen. For more information, click here.

Don’t Delay!

Florida has a statute of limitations for wage hour cases, and waiting could cost you the right to file your case. If you are being cheated by your employer, the worst thing that you can do is nothing. Calling Cavey and Barrett, your Florida Wage and Hour Claim Attorney, could be the difference between continuing to be underpaid and finally earning what your labors are truly worth.

If you are having your services as a worker taken advantage of, you have options. Cavey and Barrett can show you what they are, and can help you receive fair compensation for your work.

Contact our offices for a free case assessment today.

  

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