Failure to Compensate for On Call Time

There are a number of professions that require employees to be “on call” for long periods of time. When an employee is on call they are not required to stay on at the workplace or engage in activities as they would if they were working normally, but they are expected to be in close proximity to the workplace so that they can help out at a moment’s notice. Even though you may not be called into work during an on call period, it is still disrupting of your life outside of work and you are entitled to compensation for this period.

If an employee puts you on call for long periods of time and refuses to compensate you, you may be able to sue for compensation under the Fair Labor Standards Act. To learn more about your legal rights and options in this situation, contact the wage theft attorneys of Tycko & Zavareei, LLP at 202-973-0900 today.

Professions Requiring On Call Time

The most common professions that require long periods of on call time for employees are:

• Doctors
• Nurses
• Veterinarians
• Lawyers

You deserved to be paid for on call time under the law. With the help of an experienced attorney, you can seek the compensation you are due.

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If you have not been properly compensated for on call time, contact the wage theft attorneys of Tycko & Zavareei, LLP at 202-973-0900 today to learn more about your legal options.