Texas Unpaid Overtime Lawyer
Under federal law, most Texas workers are entitled to overtime pay when they work more than 40 hours in a workweek. Yet many employers try to avoid paying overtime by misclassifying workers, altering time records, or forcing employees to work off the clock. At USA Employment Lawyers, we fight to recover the unpaid overtime you have earned.
When Does Overtime Apply in Texas?
- You are entitled to overtime if you work more than 40 hours in a single workweek.
- Overtime pay must be at least one and a half times your regular hourly rate.
- Even if you are paid a salary, you may still qualify for overtime.
- Federal law, not Texas law, governs overtime rights.
Common Ways Employers Violate Overtime Laws:
- Misclassifying hourly workers as salaried to avoid paying overtime
- Paying a flat day rate or job rate with no overtime pay
- Requiring employees to clock out and keep working
- Averaging hours over two weeks to avoid overtime (which is illegal)
- Failing to include bonuses or commissions in overtime calculations
- Giving management titles to employees without real management duties to avoid paying overtime
- Misclassifying workers as independent contractors
Industries Where Overtime Abuse Is Common:
- Restaurants and hospitality
- Construction and manual labor
- Retail and customer service
- Call centers and telemarketing
- Health care and home care services
Undocumented Workers Are Protected Too:
Your right to overtime pay does not depend on your immigration status. Federal law protects all workers in Texas, regardless of documentation status. You have the right to claim unpaid overtime without fear of retaliation based on your status.
How We Can Help:
At USA Employment Lawyers, we investigate your work history, pay records, and time logs to build a strong claim. We handle all unpaid overtime cases on a contingency fee basis. You do not pay us unless we recover money for you.
Get Your Free Consultation! If you believe you have been denied overtime pay, call 800-483-0998 or contact us online today. Our Texas overtime lawyers are ready to fight for you.
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“They helped me get the money for overtime hours not paid by my former employer. They made me feel validated in my claim and in winning me my money owed plus damages.”- Mallela L.
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