Wage Violations in Nassau County: Recover Unpaid Wages and Overtime
From restaurants and hotels to retail, health care, and warehouses, Nassau County workers are protected by strong wage laws. If you are missing overtime, forced off the clock, or seeing tips diverted to managers, Leeds Brown Law helps Long Island employees hold employers accountable.
New York Wage Protections That Apply in Nassau
- Overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours for non-exempt workers.
- Minimum wage and valid tip credits only if all legal conditions are met.
- Spread of hours pay in hospitality for long days under certain conditions.
- Pay statement accuracy and wage notices at hire.
Common Long Island Wage Issues
- Automatic meal break deductions that do not match reality
- Uniform or tool costs taken out of pay
- Managers in the tip pool or pooled cash not fully distributed
- Day rate or salary used to avoid paying overtime
- Misclassification as a contractor to avoid payroll costs
What To Do Right Now
- Download or photograph recent pay stubs and schedules.
- Keep a daily log of hours worked and side work performed.
- Note witnesses and any written policies about breaks, tips, or overtime.
- Do not sign repayment or release forms without legal advice.
Possible Recovery
- Back wages and overtime differentials
- Liquidated damages up to double the unpaid amount where allowed
- Penalties for missing wage notices or inaccurate statements
- Attorney fees and costs as permitted
Local Focus: Nassau Employers and Venues
We represent workers throughout Mineola, Garden City, Hempstead, Uniondale, Westbury, and beyond. We understand Long Island employer practices and how to gather the records that prove wage violations.
Talk With a Nassau Wage Lawyer
Call (516) 873-9550 or contact us at https://leedsbrownlaw.com/contact-us/. We will evaluate your hours, tips, and pay statements against New York rules.
Nassau Wage FAQs
Can my employer deduct for uniforms or tools?
Only in narrow circumstances. Deductions cannot drop pay below legal minimums or invalidate tip credits.
What if I am paid a salary?
You may still be non-exempt and owed overtime based on your duties and pay level.
Is a tip pool valid if a shift supervisor participates?
Including management can invalidate the pool and trigger back pay.
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