Columbus Work Off-the-Clock Attorneys
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At Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP, our work off-the-clock lawyers in Columbus help employees recover wages for unpaid pre-shift and post-shift work. Whether it’s putting on required safety gear before clocking in or completing end-of-shift handoffs after clocking out, our experienced attorneys understand the many ways employers fail to pay workers for all their time.
Why Choose Barkan Meizlish as Your Columbus Off-the-Clock Work Lawyers
- Deep understanding of pre-shift and post-shift work requirements
- Extensive experience with factory, healthcare, and service industry cases
- Proven track record of recovering unpaid wages
- Committed to stopping systemic wage theft by employers
“Some employers set up their workplaces in ways that force off-the-clock work. For instance, factory workers might have to put on protective gear before they can even reach the time clock, or nurses complete critical patient handoffs while one shift is clocked out and the other hasn’t started. These aren’t minor issues–this is time workers should be paid for.”
–Anna Caplan
Pricing for Our Off-the-Clock Work Cases
Our work off-the-clock attorneys in Columbus work on a contingency basis. This means you owe us nothing unless we win your case. If we win, the employer typically pays our attorney fees as part of the penalty.
What Makes Our Columbus Off-the-Clock Work Attorneys Unique
Our attorneys understand that off-the-clock work isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it’s built into the workplace setup, like having time clocks located past areas that require protective gear. We know how to identify these hidden wage violations and help workers recover their unpaid time.
5-Step Process for Getting Started with a Work Off-the-Clock Lawyer in Columbus
- Contact us so our team can gather initial information
- Set up an appointment to review case details in depth
- Preserve wage records, pay stubs, emails–anything relevant to your case
- You sign a contract if you decide to move forward with us
- We begin the process of investing your case and your employer
Our Firm’s 5-Step Process for Success in Your Case
- Research employer history, including previous wage violation cases
- We gather paystubs, documents, employee handbooks, time cards, etc. to investigate employer policies or violations.
- Calculate the full amount of unpaid work time and wages owed
- For smaller cases, attempt to negotiate directly with the employer
- If necessary, file suit to preserve the statute of limitations and pursue full compensation
Common Types of Unpaid Work We Handle
Our work off-the-clock attorneys in Columbus, Ohio, regularly encounter these situations:
Factory workers required to put on protective gear before clocking in
Nurses completing shift handoff processes while off the clock
Maintenance workers responding to emergency calls during off-hours
Employees required to prepare workstations before starting their shift
Workers performing job duties during unpaid lunch breaks
Call center workers who are required to boot up software systems prior to clocking in
Frequently Asked Questions About Off-Clock Work Cases
Any required work activities before or after your shift should be paid time. This includes putting on required safety gear, preparing workstations, attending handoff meetings, and responding to work emergencies during off hours.
While regular commuting time isn’t compensable, travel between work locations during your shift should be paid time. For example, if you need to travel to a meeting or run a work errand during your shift, that travel time should be compensated.
Most off-the-clock cases involve hourly employees who are entitled to payment for all hours worked. However, even salaried employees may have claims if their employer improperly deducts from their salary for sick time or vacation, which defeats the purpose of a true salary arrangement.
Contact Our Columbus Work Off-the-Clock Attorneys
Contact our Columbus work off-the-clock attorneys for a free consultation about your rights. We’ll evaluate whether you’re owed unpaid wages for off-the-clock work.
Call us today at 614-221-4221 or email us at info@barkanmeizlish.com.
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