Is your company facing a wage and hour lawsuit or governmental investigation? Your initial response is critical, and we can help develop a measured strategy.
Wage and hour claims, investigations, and lawsuits continue to be among employers’ most common issues. Claims span from misclassifying workers as exempt to failure to pay for all hours worked – including overtime, work during meal and rest periods, and other off-the-clock work.
The risk is not limited to workers you have classified as employees. Even the use of independent contractors and staffing companies can give rise to claims that workers should have been classified as employees of your company. These claims can be raised by an individual or any of several governmental agencies and can give rise to claims for liquidated or double damages.
Act while you can be proactive. The most advantageous course of action is proactive rather than reactive. The best audit is one that an employer directs. This allows the employer to identify and correct issues before the Department of Labor or another agency launches an investigation. Our team guides clients through an audit and helps remedy issues identified in a manner that mitigates risk.
A wage and hour lawsuit or investigation requires a measured response. When employers face a wage and hour lawsuit or governmental investigation, the initial response is critical. The response will differ depending on the type of action, whether a single plaintiff lawsuit, class action lawsuit, or governmental investigation. Our team helps clients develop a measured strategy to defend the organization and limit disruption to the business operation.
