Overtime Pay: Protecting Your Right to Fair Compensation

Overtime pay is one of the most common sources of workplace disputes. Whether you’re unsure about your entitlements or your employer has failed to compensate you correctly, Hamilton Employment Lawyers can help.

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What is Overtime Pay?

In Ontario, most employees are entitled to overtime pay at 1.5 times their regular wage for any hours worked beyond 44 in a workweek. Unfortunately, many employers misunderstand or misapply these rules, leaving employees underpaid.

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Common Overtime Issues

We frequently assist employees and employers with:

• Misclassification of employees as “overtime exempt”
• Unpaid overtime wages or incorrect calculations
• Pressure to work off the clock or misreport hours
• Misunderstanding salaried employee overtime eligibility
• Disputes about averaging agreements and banked time

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Why Seek Legal Advice?

Overtime pay disputes can involve significant amounts of money. Ontario’s employment laws provide strong protections, but strict timelines may apply. Getting the right legal advice can help you recover unpaid wages or avoid penalties for non-compliance.

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How We Can Help

Our team of employment lawyers provides:

• Overtime pay claim assessments
• Negotiation and representation in disputes
• Advice for employers on proper overtime compliance
• Assistance with Ministry of Labour complaints or litigation

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