The Massachusetts wage laws are complex and oftentimes have many exceptions, however, every MA worker needs to understand their rights. Your employer has a responsibility to know and follow the laws regarding payment.
Likewise, discrimination, sexual harassment and class action claims are complicated and require a great deal of research and investigation. No two cases are exactly the same. You may have some idea that something seems wrong or unfair in your workplace - take a look at our list of Frequently Asked Questions to see if your question is answered here. However, each employee's and consumer's situation is unique and if you think something is off then you should call a knowledgable wage claim and civil litigation attorney such as Carlin Phillips at Phillips Garcia.
We encourage employees and consumers to call our office for a free consultation at 508-998-0800 to have their potential claim evaluated or fill out our contact form at the bottom of this page to ask us a question.
With the ongoing coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic taking place in 2020, workplace laws and employee's rights are more confusing than ever. You might have questions about if your employer is following the law and treating you legally - and we encourage you to contact us today to evaluate your situation.
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Can I get in trouble for filing a wage complaint against my employer?
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Can my boss make me work during lunch?
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Can my employer deduct money from my paycheck for a mistake I made?
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Can my employer not pay me for hours I worked?
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Can my employer refuse to pay me or fail to pay me on time, even if I quit?
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Can my employer pay me less than minimum wage, even if I am a server, bartender or other tipped employee?
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Can my employer keep my tips as long as they are called service, house or administrative fees?
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What are the rules on tip pooling in Massachusetts?
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Is my employer required to pay me for travel time between appointments in Massachusetts?
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Can my employer refuse to pay me overtime?