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Miami Wage & Hour Violations Attorney

Fighting for Unpaid Wages and Overtime Under Florida and Federal Law

You work hard for your paycheck. When your employer fails to pay you correctly, it is not just frustrating. It may be illegal.

Wage and hour violations occur when employers do not follow federal or state laws governing minimum wage, overtime pay, and lawful compensation practices. These cases often involve unpaid overtime, off-the-clock work, improper deductions, or misclassification of employees.

The Miami Shark P.A. represents employees in Miami and throughout Florida who have been denied the wages they rightfully earned. If you suspect your pay is short, we can help you understand your rights and take action.

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Understanding Wage & Hour Laws in Florida

Most wage and overtime claims are governed by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), a federal law that sets rules for:
  • Minimum wage
  • Overtime pay
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • Employee classification

Under the FLSA, non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay at one and one-half times their regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

Florida also has its own minimum wage requirements, which may differ from the federal minimum. Employers must comply with whichever law is more favorable to the employee.

If your employer failed to follow these laws, you may have a valid wage claim.

Common Wage & Overtime Violations

Wage violations often happen in ways that are not immediately obvious. Some of the most common include:

Unpaid Overtime

Employers may refuse to pay time-and-a-half for hours worked over 40 in a week. This frequently occurs in industries such as hospitality, healthcare, construction, retail, and technology.

Misclassification as Exempt

Some employers label workers as “exempt” from overtime to avoid paying additional wages. Job titles alone do not determine exemption. The law looks at actual job duties and salary structure. Even salaried employees may qualify for overtime.

Independent Contractor Misclassification

If you are treated like an employee but paid as a 1099 contractor, you may be misclassified. This can result in unpaid overtime, lost benefits, and unpaid payroll taxes.

Off-the-Clock Work

Employers sometimes require employees to perform work before clocking in or after clocking out. This includes answering emails at home, setting up equipment, or attending mandatory meetings without pay.

How Do You Know If You Are Owed Money?

Improper deductions for uniforms, equipment, breakages, or cash shortages can push your pay below minimum wage. In many cases, these deductions violate federal law.

How Do You Know If You Are Owed Money?

You may have a claim if:
  • You regularly worked more than 40 hours in a week without overtime pay
  • You were paid a salary but performed non-exempt duties
  • You were classified as an independent contractor but treated like an employee
  • You were required to work through lunch breaks or after hours without compensation
  • Your paycheck does not match the hours you worked
Wage violations can affect a single employee or an entire group of workers. In some cases, multiple employees may have similar claims against the same employer.
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What Can You Recover in a Wage Claim?

If your employer violated wage and hour laws, you may be entitled to recover:
  • Unpaid wages
  • Unpaid overtime compensation
  • Liquidated damages equal to the amount of unpaid wages
  • Attorney’s fees and costs
In many FLSA cases, employees can recover double the amount of unpaid wages as liquidated damages. This is designed to discourage employers from ignoring wage laws.

The value of your case depends on how long the violations occurred, how many hours were affected, and your rate of pay.

Deadlines for Filing Wage & Overtime Claims

Wage claims are subject to strict time limits. Under the FLSA, you generally have two years to file a claim, or three years if the violation was willful.

Waiting too long can reduce the amount you are able to recover. Each passing week may mean additional unpaid wages that are time-barred.

Prompt action helps preserve your claim and strengthens your position.

Why Choose The Miami Shark P.A. for Wage Claims?

Wage and hour cases require careful analysis of payroll records, job duties, and employer practices. Employers often defend these cases aggressively and claim that employees were properly classified or paid.

The Miami Shark P.A. brings litigation experience and strategic focus to wage disputes. We review time records, pay stubs, employment policies, and internal communications to uncover violations and build strong claims.

We provide clear advice and honest case evaluations. If your employer violated the law, we are prepared to pursue full recovery under federal and Florida statutes.

Our office is located at 6709 North Kendall Dr #213 in Miami, and we represent workers throughout South Florida and across the state.

Take Action to Recover the Wages You Earned

If you believe you were denied overtime pay or unpaid wages, do not assume the problem will fix itself.

Call The Miami Shark P.A. to schedule a confidential consultation. We will evaluate your pay practices, explain your legal rights, and outline a clear strategy for moving forward.

You put in the hours. Make sure you are paid for them.

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