It is unethical and often illegal for an employer not to pay an employee fairly. If you work long hours without overtime pay, you have been misclassified as an independent contractor, or your employer has made illegal deductions to your wages or refused to reimburse you for business expenses, you may wish to pursue a claim.
At Feldman Legal Group, Mitchell Feldman and our attorneys go beyond sending demand letters to fight for your best interests. We have successfully confronted some of the country’s largest corporations and defense firms, litigating cases and pursuing Atlanta wage and hour violation settlements. Our experienced wage and hour attorneys are results-oriented and give your case personalized attention so you can effectively address your employer and walk away with the compensation you deserve.
Recovering in a Wage and Hour Settlement
A wage and hour settlement is an agreement between an employee or a group of employees and an employer, and it resolves legal claims of unpaid wages, overtime violations, misclassification, or other compensation issues. Parties can reach settlements during litigation or in negotiation proceedings outside of court.
Many wage and hour disputes are brought under the Fair Labor Standards Act, a federal law stipulating that a worker can recover unpaid wages, unpaid overtime, damages, and legal fees. The actual amount in a settlement depends on the unique facts of the case, such as how many hours the employee worked without proper pay, the scope of the employer’s violation, and whether the employer acted in good faith or willfully violated the contract. A skilled attorney could ensure that you receive the largest settlement possible in your Atlanta wage and hour violation claim.
Factors That Determine the Value of a Settlement
Several factors determine the value of an Atlanta pay and hour violation agreement. The foundation of the claim is the amount of unpaid wages or overtime. For example, if you were underpaid by $150 per week because you were not paid for labor outside normal hours, you would be missing $7,800 in wages after one year.
Courts often award liquidated damages equal to the unpaid wages, which effectively doubles the total award, unless the employer can demonstrate that the violation happened in good faith. In the example above, this would result in $15,600 total recovery. An employee could also seek back pay and compensation for legal fees.
The Process of Pursuing a Wage and Hour Settlement
When you work with Feldman Legal Group and Mitchell Feldman in Atlanta, pursuing a settlement for wage and hour violations is as stress-free as possible. The process begins with an initial consultation with our skilled team. We review employment records, hours worked, pay stubs, and more, and we analyze the case to see if you have been misclassified, underpaid, or denied overtime.
To help you get the compensation you deserve, we could help you file a complaint or negotiate out of court. Many cases settle after the discovery process and before a trial begins. However, our lawyers are always prepared to go to trial.
Contact Our Team in Atlanta to Get the Settlement You Deserve for Wage and Hour Violations
With Feldman Legal Group and Mitchell Feldman, you do not have to accept a low offer in your wage and hour violation case. We take pride in representing workers who have received unfair pay, and we have the knowledge and experience to reach favorable Atlanta wage and hour violation settlements. Contact us today if you believe your employer has underpaid you.
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