Unpaid Overtime Lawyer in San Diego, CA

Unpaid Overtime Overview

Have you been working overtime but not receiving overtime pay anywhere in the San Diego, Los Angeles or Orange County, California, areas? California employment laws protect workers — including some salaried employees — who are denied overtime pay when they work more than eight hours per day or 40 hours per week. You can turn to the seasoned employment lawyers at Emge & Associates in San Diego to discuss your situation and potential claim.

Both employers and employees often have misconceptions about who is covered by overtime laws, and violations of these laws may be either intentional or accidental. Common situations that may justify legal action include:

• Misclassification of an employee as "exempt" from receiving overtime
• Use of automated time systems that prevent workers from "clocking" overtime regardless of when and how much they work
• Automatic deductions of time for meal periods, even though work duties are being performed
• Close-out procedures and after-hours bank or post office runs

Attorneys Experienced in Employee Class Action Lawsuits

Overtime class action lawsuits and other claims on behalf of large groups of employees are a proven strength at Emge & Associates. We undertake only a select number of lawsuits at a time, enabling us to prepare each case thoroughly and to follow through with detailed efforts for success. Our commitment to building strong cases often leads to a settlement through mediation, but we are trial-proven employment attorneys as well.

Reliable Information and Diligent, Affordable Representation

Beyond receiving fair compensation for the overtime work they have performed, our clients typically desire a fair and just work environment for their coworkers as well. Concerns about possible employer retaliation for pursuing an overtime lawsuit are explained at the commencement of the representation and monitored throughout the litigation. At Emge & Associates, our 18 years of legal experience enables us to address worker concerns clearly and confidently. We offer a free initial consultation and handle such cases on a contingency basis.

Other Frequent Case Types

• Employee Breaks in San Diego, CA
• Off the Clock Work in San Diego, CA
• Sales and Managers Overtime Laws in San Diego, CA

Areas of Practice

• Unpaid Overtime
• Employment Law - Employee
• Labor Law