Wage & Hour Laws

In and of itself, a pay cut is not inherently illegal. Workers do sometimes find out that their wages are going to be reduced. Their employers certainly may have the authority to make this reduction. But there are ways that a pay cut could become illegal. This can...

Tip pooling is the process of combining tips that were earned and then distributing them among the workers. For instance, a local brewery may have five members of the wait staff at work one evening. Instead of directly keeping the tips that are given to them, they put...

Remote work can stretch beyond scheduled hours. A quick email or brief meeting can add time to the workday. As a result, you might start to question whether every task counts toward your wages. In some situations, recorded hours do not fully reflect daily duties. That...

You accepted a job because it would give you a raise from your old position with a previous employer. The higher pay rate was your main deciding factor. That is why you are so frustrated when your new boss comes to you and tells you that they are going to be cutting...

Paycheck deductions are a normal part of employment, but not all deductions are legal. In Indiana, state law outlines what employers can and cannot deduct from an employee’s wages.  Understanding these rules helps workers know what to expect when they receive their...

Being accused of wage and hour violations can have serious consequences for your business, including federal investigations, substantial penalties and potential criminal charges. These allegations often arise from employee complaints about unpaid overtime, minimum...

Employers are obligated to pay at least the minimum hourly rate to those they employ. Unfortunately, many employers only pay that. Hence, you may be happy to have secured a job where the employer promised you more. It could happen that after some time working for the...

You have a right, as an employee, to be paid fairly for the work you do. If you receive less than you deserve, then you may be a victim of wage theft.  You can take legal action to recover your stolen wages. However, it is often necessary to understand how your...

Employees have a right to be paid a wage that meets or exceeds federal and state law. Indiana adheres to the federal minimum wage standard, which is $7.25 in 2024. This has remained the same since 2009. Workers should stay informed about current rates and exceptions...

Seeing an unusual wage deduction on your pay stub can be upsetting, especially if you do not remember authorizing it. Still, these deductions could be lawful, depending on their purpose, such as garnishments for overpayments and other types of debt. If you have...