I work as a fill in for sick or vacationing employees, must my employer legally have to pay me for a minimum of3 hours as per state law?

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I work as a fill in for sick or vacationing employees, must my employer legally have to pay me for a minimum of3 hours as per state law?

The company sometimes calls me to work a 2 hour shift but pays me the same rate that they pay the regular 8 hour a day employees. Can they do this? Or do they have to pay a minimum of 3 hours just to have me show up?

Asked on February 28, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, Washington

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 13 years ago | Contributor

I went on to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development website and could not find the "fact" or "law" that you state here that you have to work for a minimum of 3 hours.  If you can quote the law and write back maybe I can look in to it further.  But if you want direct guidance quickly on the matter I would advise you to call or e-mail the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development directly and ask them this question.  They will have the information at their fingertips if not on the tip of their tongues.  And they will be able to help you file a complaint should it be warranted.  Good luck.


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