FLSA Overtime Lawyer for Commission Employees in Phoenix

Understanding Your Rights: Overtime Pay for Commission Employees

As a commission-based employee, you work hard to earn every dollar. But did you know that if you work over 40 hours a week, you are entitled to overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)? This includes incorporating your commissions into your overtime hourly rate. At Weiler Law PLLC, we specialize in ensuring commission employees in Phoenix receive the full compensation they deserve, with a particular focus on mortgage brokers.

Get in touch with our Phoenix FLSA overtime lawyers to schedule your initial consultation online or at (480) 418-7878.

FLSA Overtime Rules and Commission Employees

The FLSA mandates that employees who work more than 40 hours in a workweek must receive overtime pay at a rate of at least one and a half times their regular rate of pay. For commission employees, this means that your commissions must be included in the calculation of your overtime rate. This ensures that your extra efforts and sales achievements are fairly compensated.

Why Mortgage Brokers Need to Pay Attention

Mortgage brokers, in particular, often find themselves working beyond the standard 40-hour workweek to close deals and serve their clients. However, many mortgage brokers are unaware that their commission earnings should be factored into their overtime pay rate. This oversight can lead to significant underpayment, affecting your overall earnings.

Common Issues Faced by Mortgage Brokers

• Misclassification: Some employers may incorrectly classify mortgage brokers as exempt from overtime pay. It's crucial to understand that unless you meet specific criteria, you are likely entitled to overtime.
• Improper Calculation of Overtime Pay: Even when employers recognize the need for overtime pay, they may incorrectly calculate it by excluding commissions from the regular rate of pay.
• Unpaid Overtime: In some cases, employers may simply neglect to pay for overtime work, assuming that high commission earnings compensate for extra hours worked.

How Our Phoenix FLSA Overtime Attorneys Can Help

At Weiler Law PLLC, we are dedicated to protecting the rights of commission employees, especially those in the mortgage industry. Our experienced legal team can help you:

• Evaluate Your Employment Status: We can review your job classification to ensure you are not being misclassified as exempt from overtime pay.
• Calculate Overtime Pay Correctly: We will ensure your commissions are included in your regular rate of pay to accurately calculate your overtime wages.
• Recover Unpaid Wages: If you have been denied proper overtime pay, we will fight to recover the compensation you are owed.