Columbus Minimum Wage Attorneys
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At Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP, our Columbus minimum wage lawyers understand that wage violations often aren’t as blatant as simply not being paid. There are usually hidden issues, such as performing work off the clock or improper handling of tipped employee wages. Our experienced minimum wage attorneys help workers recover unpaid wages when employers violate these complex regulations.
Why Work With Our Columbus Minimum Wage Lawyers
- Deep understanding of complex wage laws and hidden violations
- Extensive experience handling minimum wage cases across multiple industries
- Proven track record of successful resolutions for employees
- Committed to stopping systemic wage theft by employers
Pricing for Our Columbus Minimum Wage Cases
Our Columbus wage violation attorneys work on a contingency basis. This means you owe us nothing unless we win your case. When we win, the employer typically pays our attorney fees as part of the penalty.
What Makes Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP, Your Law Firm of Choice
Our attorneys are passionate about what they do. We understand that when one person isn’t being paid correctly, there are likely multiple employees affected by the same improper payment system. We’re committed to changing these practices for current and future employees nationwide.
5-Step Process for Getting Started With a Minimum Wage Lawyer in Columbus
- Contact our office via our website or phone
- Complete initial screening with our intake specialist
- Have your case reviewed by an experienced minimum wage attorney
- Schedule a consultation to discuss your situation and review documentation
- Review and sign the contingency agreement
5-Step Process for Success with Your Minimum Wage Case
- Preserve all wage records, pay stubs, and relevant documentation
- Investigation phase to review employer history and identify other affected workers
- Analysis of records and calculation of unpaid wages
- Attempt to negotiate resolution with the employer
- File suit if necessary to recover your wages
Industries Commonly Affected by Minimum Wage Violations
Restaurant workers (servers and bartenders)
Maintenance workers at apartment complexes
Healthcare workers and overnight aids
Call center employees
Factory workers
Common Questions About Minimum Wage Cases
You may have a minimum wage violation if:
– You work through lunch breaks that are deducted from your pay
– You have to arrive early or stay late without being paid
– You’re required to perform work before clocking in
– You’re not paid for travel time between work locations during your shift
– You’re a tipped employee and your employer isn’t handling the tip credit properly
Minimum wage cases are more complex than most people realize. Building a successful case requires extensive documentation and proof, including detailed pay stubs and employment records. Our attorneys can obtain these critical materials through formal wage releases, requiring employers to provide complete documentation. Without legal representation, it would be extremely difficult to acquire and properly analyze all the necessary evidence to prove your case.
For federal wage claims (FLSA), you can go back two years from the date we file, or three years if we can prove the employer knew or should have known about the violation. For example, if we file in 2025, you could recover wages from this month in 2023 onwards. The sooner you reach out, the more back wages we can potentially recover for you.
This is actually very common. Typically, when one person’s being paid incorrectly, there are multiple people who have the same issue. When you work with Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP, we can help find other affected employees. There’s strength in numbers–having multiple people affected makes employers more likely to want to settle.
Several industries frequently experience minimum wage violations, including:
– Restaurant workers (servers and bartenders)
– Maintenance workers at apartment complexes
– Healthcare workers and overnight aids
– Call center employees
– Factory workers
Contact Our Columbus Minimum Wage Attorneys
Contact our Columbus minimum wage attorneys for a free consultation about your rights. We’ll evaluate whether you’re owed unpaid wages due to minimum wage violations or other wage and hour issues.
You can call us at 614-221-4221 or email us at info@barkanmeizlish.com.
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