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HOUSTON, Texas. It has recently come to light that oil companies, farmers, and other organizations have failed to properly pay overtime to their employees. One of the most common way that they get away with this is by misclassifying their workers.
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It is not unreasonable to assume that your employer’s human resources department classified you appropriately at the time of your hiring and that the accounting department is cutting your checks in the correct amount every week. It is also not unheard of for employers to misclassify workers in an effort to save on payroll costs, though, and making such assumptions could be costing you thousands every year.
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If your employer refuses to pay you for overtime, you might find yourself in the middle of settlement negotiations after filing a wage claim. If your claim is successful, you could end up recovering more than just the wages your employer owed.
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Nothing is more frustrating than putting in the hours at work without receiving fair compensation. Your time is valuable, and you have a right to both regular wages and overtime pay when applicable.
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Whenever you accept a position at a new company or in a new department, you should read their employee handbook from cover to cover. This will ensure you have a thorough understanding of your employer’s policies and procedures regarding everything from holidays to sick leave.
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All business entities in the state of Texas must abide by the Texas Payday Law, regardless of their size. Pursuant to this law, all individuals who perform a service in exchange for compensation are considered employees, unless they are independent contractors or close relatives.
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