If you work in the private sector, you’re entitled to fair compensation under the law. But not every employer follows the rules. Some may cut corners, misclassify workers, or avoid paying overtime. Others may simply hope their employees won’t push back.
If your paycheck doesn’t reflect the hours you’ve worked or if you’re unsure whether your job duties meet the legal definition for overtime exemption, you don’t have to figure it out alone. At Solomon Law Firm, PLLC, we help private sector employees understand their rights and take action when those rights are violated.
What Wage and Hour Laws Protect Private Sector Workers? Several federal and state laws protect your right to fair pay. The main one is the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This federal law applies to most private employers and sets the rules for minimum wage, overtime, and wage recordkeeping. Under the FLSA, most non-exempt employees…
Read MoreWhy Choose Solomon Law Firm Workplace investigations can feel one-sided, especially when the employer controls the process. We focus on protecting employee rights and holding employers accountable to their legal obligations. What Is a Private Sector Employment Investigation? A private sector employment investigation is an internal inquiry conducted by an employer after an employee raises…
Read MoreIn the private sector, employees often assume that certain disciplinary or termination actions must follow formal procedures or that they have a “right to due process.” However, this isn’t always the case. While government workers enjoy significant procedural protections, private sector employees are typically subject to at-will employment, meaning they can be dismissed at any…
Read MoreRebecca Predovan is Of Counsel with Solomon Law Firm, PLLC, where she concentrates her practice in wage and hour law, federal employment and labor law, and complex civil litigation. She has extensive experience representing employees in Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) collective and class action lawsuits, including litigation involving claims of unpaid overtime, minimum wage violations,…
Read MoreSpeaking up about misconduct at work can put your job at risk. Private sector employees who report fraud, safety violations, wage issues, discrimination, or other unlawful conduct are protected under federal whistleblower laws, but many still face termination, demotion, or other forms of retaliation. If your employer took action against you after you raised concerns,…
Read MoreWe have an impressive track record of success in handling matters such as: If you believe your employer has violated your rights, Solomon Law stands ready to provide powerful representation. As a leading employment law practice, we are committed to protecting your rights. We understand your concerns about taking legal action against your employer and…
Read MoreSexual harassment in the workplace can include unwanted advances, inappropriate comments, or retaliation after reporting misconduct. Pregnancy-related mistreatment may also violate federal law. If your employer has allowed this behavior or failed to act, you have legal rights. Why Choose Solomon Law Firm? When workplace harassment affects your job and financial stability, the attorney you…
Read MoreWhat Your Employer May & May Not Do at This Time The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued guidance on what employers can and cannot do when evaluating their workforce during the pandemic. An employer may not ask an employee if they have any preexisting health conditions or a compromised immune system that would make them…
Read MoreAs of August 29th, 2017, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) received notice from the Office of Management and Budget initiating a review and immediate stay of certain aspects in the Obama-era EEO-1 form, which provides information on different groups of employees within a business. The section of the form under the freeze detailed the wages…
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