Corpus Christi Wage & Hour Employment Attorneys 

Corpus Christi’s workforce powers industries like hospitality, shipping, construction, healthcare, and energy. Yet too many workers in Corpus Christi face wage and hour violations that threaten their livelihoods.

At USA Employment Lawyers, we help employees across Corpus Christi, Nueces County, and the Coastal Bend recover unpaid wages and enforce their rights under Texas and federal law. From unpaid overtime and minimum wage disputes to illegal tip pooling and employee misclassification, our attorneys fight to ensure Corpus Christi workers are treated fairly.

Common Wage & Hour Issues in Corpus Christi

Workers across Corpus Christi often face wage violations such as:

• Unpaid Overtime – Working more than 40 hours a week without “time and a half.”
• Minimum Wage Violations – Employers paying less than the $7.25/hour required by law.
• Illegal Tip Pooling – Forced sharing of tips with managers or non-tipped employees.
• Misclassification – Wrongly labeled as independent contractors to avoid paying benefits and overtime.
• Time Shaving & Off-the-Clock Work – Employers reducing recorded hours or requiring unpaid tasks.

These issues are especially common in hospitality, restaurants, construction, call centers, healthcare, and service industries throughout Corpus Christi.

Corpus Christi Minimum Wage & Overtime Laws

• The minimum wage in Corpus Christi is $7.25/hour, matching Texas and federal law (as of 2025).
• Tipped employees can be paid a base wage of $2.13/hour, but total pay (including tips) must equal at least $7.25/hour.
• Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must receive 1.5x their regular rate for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.

Why Hire a Corpus Christi Wage Lawyer?

While workers can file claims directly with the TWC, hiring a Corpus Christi wage and hour attorney provides advantages:

• Knowledge of local industries and common employer practices in Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend.
• Experience with wage cases in Nueces County courts and federal court in Corpus Christi.
• Ability to pursue full compensation, including unpaid wages, penalties, and attorney’s fees.
• No upfront costs – we only get paid if we recover money for you.

FAQs – Wage & Hour Laws in Corpus Christi

What is the minimum wage in Corpus Christi in 2025? 
$7.25/hour, the same as Texas and federal law.

Can tipped workers in Corpus Christi be paid less than minimum wage? 
Yes, but only if tips raise total pay to at least $7.25/hour.

How do I file an overtime claim in Corpus Christi? 
You can file with the Texas Workforce Commission or work with a wage attorney to file in Nueces County or federal court.

What if I was misclassified as an independent contractor? 
You may be entitled to back pay, overtime, and benefits. A wage lawyer can help you challenge misclassification.

How long do I have to file a wage claim in Corpus Christi?

• Federal lawsuits under the FLSA: 2 years (3 years for willful violations)

Do I have to pay upfront for a Corpus Christi wage attorney? 
No. We work on a contingency basis—you pay nothing unless we win.

Get the Fair Pay You Deserve in Corpus Christi

If your employer has withheld wages, denied overtime, or engaged in illegal pay practices, don’t wait to take action. USA Employment Lawyers represents workers throughout Corpus Christi, Nueces County, and the Coastal Bend region.

Call today or fill out our online form to schedule your free consultation with a Corpus Christi wage and hour attorney.