Proper compensation is necessary for all employees who work for businesses. Sometimes, employees will look at their check and feel that it is too small, but ultimately dismiss their thoughts. It is important that you take a look at each and every paycheck you receive if you have worked overtime.
Overtime is working above the full time hours labelled by the business. By law, overtime requires time and a half pay for workers. If you have worked overtime, and have not been paid at the overtime rate, you have the right to file overtime claims. This will help you to get the compensation that you need. There are ways to document and prove your claim, including the time clock and your own personal records. Always know your hours, what is considered overtime for you, and what your pay rate is so that you are in the know.
Always keep track
Keeping track of your own hours is one of the best things that you can do. Documenting when you go in to work and the exact time that you clock out each day can help you keep track of any overtime you are due. Also, be sure to check your overtime rates. Pay for working overtime hours is typically paid at time and a half. In order to calculate this you must know your specific pay rate. Often, if you receive a paper check or a pay stub, you will be able to see this information listed under the payment info. You can also consult any contract that you have signed regarding pay to find this information.
Making a claim for overtime
If you have worked overtime and your employers have refused to compensate you for your overtime, or has not responded to your requests about overtime, you should seek legal counsel. The law offices of Law Offices of Filteau and Sullivan handles overtime claims to get you the pay you deserve.
The one thing that you need to remember is to not be afraid of making an overtime claim. Any money that you have worked for is legally due to you and the company must comply within the standards of the law. This amount can easily add up to hundreds, or thousands of dollars over the course of time for employees who consistently work overtime. Come in and talk to us about your claim, in order to collect the money that you deserve.
