Many people in Chicago who work in the service industry rely on tips to make ends meet. Tips are especially important for these workers since the minimum wage for a tipped employee is $6.60 per hour in 2021 compared to the $11 per hour minimum wage non-tipped...
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Wage & Hour Laws
What are the penalties for wage and hour theft?
The basic implication for labor is that we are paid for that labor. When we show up for our shift, we expect to be paid for that time within a reasonable amount of time. And, usually, ever week or two, we get a paycheck for the time we spend at our employers. But,...
How were your employee rights violated?
When our readers in Chicago hear about “wage and hour violations,” they probably think it sounds like a bunch of “legalese.” But, the reality is that this area of the law may have more impact on your life than you realize. Wage and hour violations are, unfortunately,...
Violation of wage and compensation laws in the workplace
Employees in Illinois and elsewhere are always conscious of their bosses or supervisors, as they play a major role in maintaining their job and the ability to move up the ladder. While they hold authority and power in the work environment, they do not have the power...
Who is considered an exempt employee?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is an important piece of federal law that protects many workers and ensures that they are fairly compensated for the work they perform. Throughout Chicago, workers in many industries rely on FLSA legislation when they are denied...
Increased penalty seeks to deter wage and hour law violations
Despite being subjected to extensive regulations and employment laws, Illinois employers continue to take advantage of their workers in an attempt to cut costs and increase profits. Wages can go underpaid, overtime unpaid altogether, and statutorily required breaks...
Common forms of wage theft in Illinois
All Illinois workers deserve to be paid for an honest day’s work. If you feel your employer is taking advantage of you by failing to pay you for all the hours you work, you may be entitled to damages for their violations of wage-and-hour laws. Illinois employers have...
What professions are exempt from FLSA protections?
The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Illinois Minimum Wage Law provide wage and hour protections to covered employees. However, some types of workers are exempt, meaning they are not covered by the FLSA or Illinois Minimum Wage Law. This post will provide a...
Rate of wage and hour law violations
When times are tough in Illinois and other states across the nation, those already in the lowest income bracket tend to experience them greater. In some situations, businesses may decide the best option is to trim finances by layoff their lowest paid employees, paying...
What is the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act?
Many Chicago area residents have had a situation in which they are not paid appropriately for the work they do. Most employers are fair but sometimes an employer cheats their employee out of the wages they should have received. The Federal Fair Labor Standards Act...
