The answer to this often asked question is yes. However, you must understand the basics regarding unpaid wages. You want to be sure that you are, in fact, legally entitled to the monies which you believe you have been denied. And, you want to confirm that you are being paid appropriately for the work you are doing. That said, your first step, if an issue arises, should be to speak with your employer. After all, mistakes can happen and can be rectified. However, if your employer is not receptive to your questions, you may want to contact a labor lawyer.
According to our Tampa unpaid wages attorney, you may have a labor law case if your Florida employer has deprived you of any of the following.
The minimum wage of $8.65 an hour
A 50% high wage for overtime hours worked
Earned commissions, as promised
Performance-based bonus, as promised
Equal pay for equivalent work
Payment for employer-allowed breaks
Payment for a “working lunch”
Payment for accrued vacation hours