The mining industry is one of the most demanding and dangerous sectors in the workforce, making strong labor protections essential for worker safety and fair compensation. Unfortunately, many mining companies fail to comply with labor laws, leading to widespread violations that harm employees. From unpaid overtime to unsafe working conditions, these violations not only put workers’ livelihoods at risk but

The mining industry is known for its grueling hours and hazardous working conditions, yet many miners are not fairly compensated for their overtime work. Overtime pay disputes have become a widespread issue, with employers failing to properly compensate workers for hours worked beyond the standard 40-hour workweek. Under federal law, most miners are entitled to overtime pay at a rate

Workers in the mining industry face some of the most physically demanding and hazardous jobs in the world. While these workers often put in long hours in dangerous conditions, many find themselves subjected to wage violations that deprive them of the fair compensation they deserve. Mining wage violations can include not being paid for overtime hours, being denied meal or

Many oilfield, construction, and other workers are paid a day rate—a flat amount per day, no matter how many hours they work. But a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision, Hewitt v. Helix, clarified that day-rate workers are entitled to overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).If you’ve been working long hours for a day rate, you could be

Many workers hesitate to stand up for their rights because they fear retaliation—getting fired, blackballed, or facing other consequences. But here’s the truth: this fear is irrational. It’s like any other phobia—it feels real, but it’s not based on reality.As an attorney who has represented over 10,000 workers in wage claims, I have never seen a single person retaliated against

How to reclaim your unpaid wages for preparation time and overtime miscalculations. Miners work some of the toughest jobs in the country, often putting in long hours to keep operations running. Yet many miners don’t realize they may be losing out on wages they’ve rightfully earned. Two of the most common violations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) are

Why your employer owes you for time spent getting ready to work. If you’re a miner, the workday starts long before you pick up your tools. Pre-shift activities like putting on personal protective equipment (PPE) or traveling to a job site within the mine are often required but unpaid. The same goes for post-shift tasks, like removing PPE or waiting

Uncovering unpaid wages for preparation time and bonuses. If you’re a miner, every minute on the job counts—but is every minute being counted on your paycheck? Many miners are unknowingly leaving money behind due to two common wage issues: unpaid time spent putting on and taking off personal protective equipment (PPE) and improperly calculated overtime wages that exclude bonus compensation.

Donning and doffing is work—and it’s time to demand your pay. In the mining industry, safety is non-negotiable. Every shift begins and ends with putting on and taking off personal protective equipment (PPE)—helmets, gloves, respirators, boots, and more. But did you know that this time, known as “donning and doffing,” is considered paid work under federal law? If your employer

How improper pay calculations are costing employees wages. If you work in the mining industry, you know the job often demands long hours and overtime. But are you being paid what you’re owed? Many mining companies fail to include bonuses, incentives, and extra pay in their overtime calculations, shortchanging workers in violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). If