What is the law if an employer rolls back your hours without your knowing in order to avoid paying overtime?
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What is the law if an employer rolls back your hours without your knowing in order to avoid paying overtime?
Asked on January 2, 2013 under Employment Labor Law, Michigan
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You must be paid overtime for any hours that you have already worked, over 40 (assuming that you are a non-exempt employee). However, as to any future hours, you employer get set your schedule much as it sees fit and deems necessary (with or without prior notice to you). The fact is that an employer has a great deal of discretion in setting the terms and conditions of the workpalce. That is unless there is a company policy or union/employment contract to the contrary. Also, no form of actionable discrimination must not be a factor in the reduction of your hours.
If you feel that you have a valid claim, you can reprot it to your states department of labor and file a complaint. Additionally, you can consult directly with an employment law attorney in your area.
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