You can’t protect your rights if you don’t know what they are. Have you been misclassified as exempt from overtime pay by your employer? Learn about exemptions, the Fair Labor Standards Act, North Carolina wage laws, and more by reading our attorneys’ blog posts.
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Fourth Circuit Explains Piece-Rate Pay and Overtime Rules in North CarolinaFourth Circuit decision explains how piece-rate pay and overtime work under federal and North Carolina wage law for employees.
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Off-the-Clock Work Under the FLSA: When It Must Be Paid (and When It Doesn’t)Learn when off-the-clock work must be paid under the FLSA—emails, prep time, breaks, travel, and remote work—plus practical steps for NC employees.
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Employment Mediation in North Carolina: What Employees Should Expect—and How to PrepareEmployment mediation can be decisive for North Carolina employees. Learn what mediation is, what to expect, how to prepare, and common mistakes to avoid in Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, Wilmington, and statewide NC.
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Employer Obligations to Pay Commissions in North CarolinaNorth Carolina commission wage laws for employees in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Wilmington. Learn when commissions must be paid and what happens after termination.
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Firefighters at Private Fire Departments in North Carolina Are Entitled to Overtime PayFirefighters working for private or nonprofit fire departments in North Carolina are entitled to overtime pay after 40 hours. Learn why the FLSA’s 7(k) exemption does not apply.
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Remote Work Surveillance: What North Carolina Employees Need to KnowEmployers are increasingly monitoring remote workers. Learn what North Carolina employees should know about surveillance, privacy, and workplace rights.
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North Carolina Bar Association Launches Employment Law Specialization: A New Benchmark for RepresentationNorth Carolina’s Employment Law Specialization helps clients identify attorneys with proven expertise. Learn why choosing a board-certified employment law specialist matters.
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Are You Being Paid for Every Minute You Work? Wage Theft Laws Every North Carolina Employee Should KnowMany North Carolina employees lose pay through off-the-clock work, unpaid training, and misclassification. Learn your wage rights and how to spot wage theft.
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Restaurants Continue To Violate Wage and Hour Laws During the Covid-19 PandemicServers and bartenders in the restaurant industry cannot be required to share tips with non-tipped employees.
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Charlotte, North Carolina Mexican Restaurant Ordered to Pay Thousands of Dollars for Overtime ViolationsCharlotte North Carolina Mexican restaurant owes unpaid wages and overtime to employees who were illegally paid a flat salary each week for all hours worked.