Frequently Asked Questions About Wage & Hour Violations

Q: How long do I have to file a wage, hourly or overtime violation claim?

A: In the majority of cases, the Fair Labor Standards Act allows you to collect unpaid wages dating back two years from the date a claim is initiated. It is therefore very important that you act quickly in order to receive as much of your unpaid earnings as possible.

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Q: Why do I need a wage, hourly and overtime violation attorney if I’ve been cheated out of pay?

A: Wage, hourly and overtime cases can be complex. A successful outcome hinges on an intimate and constantly updated knowledge of the laws and statutes that figure into such a case. Only an experienced, knowledgeable and resourceful law firm like Elk & Elk can help clear away the red tape and help you understand your rights in the event you are the victim of a wage, hourly or overtime violation.

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Q: Under what laws do wage, hourly and overtime claims fall?

A: The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) of 1938 is the blanket under which the bulk of wage, hourly and overtime claims fall, in addition to individual state ordinances.

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Q: Why should I hire the wage, hourly and overtime lawyers at Elk & Elk to help me with my claim?

A: Considering Elk & Elk’s stellar, more than 45-year history representing victims of all manner of personal injury – including wage, hourly and overtime violations – choosing us to handle your employment claim is a no-brainer. You need a highly-skilled, well-informed and well-prepared law firm with the resources to take on employers charged with unfair labor practices. You need to see that your rights are protected and you are able to get your life back on track as soon as possible following a wage, hourly or overtime debacle. That’s why you should choose Elk & Elk to represent you in the event you are on the receiving end of a wage, hourly or overtime violation.