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Florida Wage and Hour Attorney
If you working for a company, then you should be fairly compensated for the work you are doing. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA) is a federal law that governs minimum wage and overtime pay for employees. However, even though there is a federal law governing the wage and hour pay, many employers still fail to follow the law.
There are certain exemptions under the FSLA that are frequently misunderstood by employers and employees. The exemptions are very complicated, causing confusion about who is exempt and non-exempt under FSLA law.
At the Frimmel Law Group, P.A., we work with employers and employees to help them understand FSLA regulations. To schedule your free initial consultation, please contact us online or call us at 407-574-4949.
With almost 15 years of experience in wage and hour law, we offer clients legal counsel in a variety of practice areas:
- Overtime: The Department of Labor oversees payment of wages under the FSLA. If an employer gets a complaint from the Department of Labor that an employee thinks they should be paid overtime or thinks they aren't being paid properly, we represent clients on both sides, making sure that everyone is treated fairly.
- Hourly employees: Some employers do not pay employees for all the hours they are working. Working through lunch breaks, working from home or working more than 40 hours a week usually means the employer will need to pay time and a half.
- Salaried employees: Under the FSLA, even the salaried employees may be entitled to overtime. Salaried employees may not fit into a limited exemption under FSLA, entitling them to overtime compensation.
- Independent contractors: Some companies designate people as independent contractors when they are really employees. The distinction can make a difference if the employee has an overtime claim; independent contractors do not have that right. Independent contractors are actually considered employees if your employer:
- Tells you when to come to work
- Controlls the terms and conditions of your employment
- Tells you how to do your job
- Provides your with equipment
- Sets your hours
- Supervises you
Common Overtime Violations
- Misclassification of an employee as exempt when they are actually non-exempt
- Making somebody a salaried employee or letting them believe they aren't owed overtime
- Failure to pay employees for "off the clock" work
- Labeling an employee as an independent contractor
- Employer policy that all overtime has to be pre-authorized or it won't be paid
- Telling commissioned employees that they aren't eligible for overtime
Employer Representation
With almost 15 years of experience representing employers, we understand how both sides work. Our lawyer is always prepared to go to trial, and she makes a good defense lawyer because she has an idea of what the employee will bring to the case. She has worked for high-profile law firms and has learned from some of the best lawyers.
Employee Representation
At Frimmel Law Group, P.A., we understand the law and what employers may try to get away with. We know what employees are entitled to, what damages may be available, how to negotiate a fair settlement and how to receive the compensation to which you are entitled. We will look out for your best interests.
Contact an Attorney
If you are interested in scheduling your free initial consultation to handle a wage and hour concern, please contact our firm. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 9-5, with evening and weekend appointments available.
Frimmel Law Group, P.A.
7380 West Sand Lake Road
Suite 500
Orlando, Florida 32819
Telephone: 407-574-4949 | Fax: 407-386-6300
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