The Third Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled that the time spent by oil rig workers changing into and out of protective gear is compensable under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The court held that the compensability of this time depends on a multi-factor test, and rejected a standard that pegs compensability on whether the clothing guards against dangers

The Illusion of a "Salary” Many employers in the field of project management have developed clever compensation packages to obscure the true nature of a scheduler's compensation, often presenting it as a "salary." However, under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), for a payment to qualify as a bona fide salary, it must bear a reasonable relationship to the total

In today's fast-paced world of project management, Oracle Primavera P6 software has become a staple tool for schedulers, ensuring that projects run smoothly and efficiently. But behind the scenes, there's an issue that often goes unnoticed: the unpaid overtime wages owed to these dedicated professionals. This article will delve into the job duties of schedulers, why they deserve overtime pay,

Workers in the oil and gas industry are often misclassified as exempt employees and are not paid overtime. However, this is usually illegal. The law requires employers to pay their workers overtime when they work more than 40 hours a week. Many employers attempt to avoid this requirement by paying their employees a "day rate". This means that the employee

Fieldworkers for oil and gas companies around the nation often have trouble getting the overtime pay they deserve, and many are afraid to ask questions or talk to their employers about their concerns. Although it’s recommended that you speak to an experienced attorney before you decide to confront your employer, it is likely that you will need to meet with

Fortunately, most employers in Houston are honest and pay their employees all of the pay that they have earned. However, there are some dishonest employers who take advantage of their employees. They may refuse to pay employees what they have earned, which can include not only wages, but also overtime, bonuses, sick time, and vacation time. This commonly happens when

Fortunately, most employers in Houston are honest and pay their employees all of the pay that they have earned. However, there are some dishonest employers who take advantage of their employees. They may refuse to pay employees what they have earned, which can include not only wages, but also overtime, bonuses, sick time, and vacation time. This commonly happens when

Advancements in technology have changed the way Americans shop and travel, giving rise to an increasing number of workers who provide on-demand services. Driver-on-demand apps can provide a consumer with a vast array of services that are available simply by pressing a button on their phone. With quick efficiency, consumers can call a taxi or an Uber driver to take

For telemarketers at a publishing company in Pennsylvania, taking breaks for water, a trip to the bathroom, or a brief rest was cutting into their wages. For each minute employees were not making sales calls, their salaries were docked, which often meant their paychecks were below the federal minimum wage. During an investigation of a Las Vegas telemarketing company, it

For many people across the country, working in retail is a way of life. The hours are often long and the jobs can be stressful. When these employees work more than 40 hours per week, they also may very well be entitled to overtime compensation under the Fair Labor Standards Act. When this does not happen as it should, a