Overtime Archives - Stiegler Law Firm, L.L.C.

Motor Carrier Exemption to the FLSA

June 19, 2017blue collar, exemptions, overtimeFair Labor Standards Act, Overtime, Uncategorized, Unpaid WagesCharles Stiegler

The motor carrier exemption to the FLSA exempts some — but not all — truck drivers, loaders, and mechanics from overtime pay. Click to learn more.

The FLSA Seaman Exemption

June 12, 2017blue collar, exemption, seamanFair Labor Standards Act, OvertimeCharles Stiegler

The seaman exemption to the FLSA is critical to Louisiana’s maritime industry. But not all offshore workers qualify for the exemption. Click to learn more.

Blue Collar Exemptions to the FLSA

June 9, 2017blue collar, exemption, fishermen, seamen, truck driversFair Labor Standards Act, Overtime, Unpaid WagesCharles Stiegler

Many people are aware of the white collar exemptions to the FLSA. However, there are also several exemptions for manual workers such as fisherman, seamen, and truck drivers. Click to learn more.

Time Rounding Rules Under the FLSA

May 26, 2017rounding, timekeepingFair Labor Standards Act, Overtime, Unpaid WagesCharles Stiegler

Many employers use a time rounding system. While rounding time can be legal, employers must follow several rules to ensure that employees are not underpaid.

Overtime For Day Rate Workers

May 8, 2017day rate, oil and gas, regular rateFair Labor Standards Act, Overtime, Unpaid WagesCharles Stiegler

Many employers pay workers a flat day rate. They may assume – wrongfully – that this excuses them from paying overtime. But most day rate workers are owed overtime for hours worked over 40. Click to learn more.

Is Training Time Working Time?

April 27, 2017training, working timeFair Labor Standards Act, Overtime, Unpaid WagesCharles Stiegler

Many workers attend lectures, classes, or other training related to their job duties. Should they be paid for this training time? In many cases, the answer is yes. Click to learn more.

Meal and Rest Breaks Under Louisiana Law

March 24, 2017automatic deductions, lunch, meal breaks, rest breaks, timecardsEmployment Policies, Fair Labor Standards Act, OvertimeCharles Stiegler

Many Louisiana employers face lawsuits regarding their illegal policies regarding meal and rest breaks. Click to learn more.

Unpaid Wages And Overtime – Damages And Penalties

March 23, 2017attorney's fees, damages, liquidated damages, Louisiana Wage Payment Act, penaltiesFair Labor Standards Act, Overtime, Unpaid WagesCharles Stiegler

If your employer hasn’t paid you the wages or overtime you are owed, should you bring them to court? And how much can you recover? The answer may be, more than you think.

FLSA Overtime Exemptions – Retail Sales Exemption

March 18, 2017exemptions, retail salesFair Labor Standards Act, Overtime, Unpaid WagesCharles Stiegler

The FLSA provides an overtime exemption for commissioned retail salespeople – but only if certain strict conditions are met. Click to learn more.

FLSA Overtime Exemptions – The Learned Professional Exemption

March 15, 2017creative professional, exemptions, learned professional, overtime exemption, white collarEmployment Law, Fair Labor Standards Act, Overtime, Unpaid WagesCharles Stiegler

Learned professionals and creative professionals are exempt from overtime pay. However, there are specific requirements before an employee qualifies for these exemptions. Click to learn more.